Davis Mountains State Park 
McDonald Observatory 
Green Chile Cheeseburger at Fort Davis Drug Store and Hotel
Eat & Drink:
Fort Davis Drug Store and Hotel
Sun – Fri: 7:30 am – 7:30 pm; closed Sat | 113 State Street | (432) 426-3929 | link
- Historic drug store (first opened in 1913) is now home to a hotel, restaurant, and fudge shop with an original soda fountain. Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with eggs, biscuits, pancakes, cheeseburgers, chicken fingers, and chicken fried chicken sandwiches on the menu. Don’t forget to grab an ice cream sundae or banana split before heading out the door.
Poco Mexico
Mon – Fri: 11 am – 2 pm; closed Sat and Sun | 43371 Texas Hwy. 17 | (432) 249-0536
- Head here for tasty tacos and enchiladas at this hidden jewel along Highway 17 just north of Fort Davis towards Balmorhea. Cash only.
Do:
3640 Dark Sky Drive | 10 am – 5:30 pm | link
- Big Bang Theory: If you only go to one party during your West Texas adventure, make sure it’s a Star Party at the McDonald Observatory. Reserve tickets in advance (they usually sell out) and get ready for a night of star gazing like you’ve never seen before while learning about the shimmering cosmos in all of it’s glory.
TX-118 N., Park Rd. 3 | (432) 426-3337 | link
- Nestled in the foothills of Texas’ most extensive mountain range, Davis Mountains State Park sits in an unusual landscape. Make sure you find the beautiful scenic drive to the top for breathtaking views.
Stay:
16453 Park Rd. 3 | (512) 389-8982 | link
- With its white adobe walls, historic aura, and refreshing pool, Indian Lodge is a welcome oasis in West Texas. Explore the natural beauty of the Davis Mountains by day, and relax in your comfortable room by night.
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