Davis Mountains State Park
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- Fort Davis Tales
- Come hear stories about the colorful characters and events which shaped the development of the coolest town in Texas (and highest county seat).
- Mile - High First Day Hike
- Start 2026 off on the right (or left) foot by joining us on our Mile - High First Day Hike.
- Holiday Ornament Workshop
- Come have some holiday fun making ornaments.
- Winter Solstice Hike
- Celebrate the official start of winter on this evening hike.
- Morning Bird Walk
- Enjoy the wide variety of bird species found in the park during peak spring migratory season.
- Miles of Stars
- Join us as we appreciate some of the darkest skies in the U.S. through storytelling and telescope viewing.
- Nature's Classroom Homeschool Program
- This monthly outdoor education program promises a fun and educational time for kids and parents.
- Spring Blooms Nature Walk
- Join us on a park walk to appreciate blooming Chihuahuan Desert plants.
- Caroling In The Park
- Help spread holiday cheer by joining our group of carolers in song during an evening walk through the park.
- Park 2 Park Hike
- Join park rangers on a hike from a state park to a national historic site...all in the same hike!
- Canyon Mindfulness Walk
- On this meditative nature walk, you will learn the 7 principles of mindfulness through the ecology of the Chihuahuan desert.
- Flower Moon Hike
- Enjoy the April "Flower" moon rise on its fullest night during a hike along Skyline Drive Trail.
- Fort Davis Ranger Talk - Summer Program Series
- Enjoy an evening program with interpreters from Fort Davis National Historic Site. A variety of topics will be covered every Saturday through early August.
- Morning Ranger Hike
- Join Ranger Charlie on a brisk, morning hike up either Skyline Drive or CCC Trail. Along the way, he'll share info on plants, animals, geology, and history.
- Junior Ranger Academy
- This fun, ranger-led workshop is aimed for kids, ages 5-12 (but open to all), who want to build their outdoor skills.
- Desert Snakes and Creepy Crawlies
- Don't be scared...be curious!! Come learn about the "scary" critters inhabiting our park.
- Art in the Park
- Join us for an all-ages & all-ability levels arts & crafts workshop (cap at 25 people).
- Indian Lodge Tour
- Discover the history behind the ONLY hotel in the Texas State Park system.
- Limpia Creek Vista Summit Hike
- Ready for a big hike? Join us on the primitive side as we reach the park's most elevated spot.
- Master Naturalist Hike
- Take an introductory deep dive into the Davis Mountains on this moderate walk 'n' talk.
- Hike With Homeless Dogs
- Give a local shelter dog have a great time on the trail and possibly meet your new forever friend.
- Marfa Bird Club @ DMSP
- Want to meet other birders in our neck of the woods? Come join this local birding club as they explore our great park.
- Return of the Black Bear
- Black bears are returning to their native land here in the Trans-Pecos. Do you know how to live in harmony with these fascinating creatures?
- Book Lady Book Fair
- Come browse Margaret's (Book Lady) collection of books, many of which focus on the outdoors...all for FREE!
- Birds, Bees, & Butterflies
- Pollinators play a vital role in the survival of 90% of flowering plants and 1/3 of food crops. Come check out our "pollinator garden" by the Interpretive Center, and learn how you can start one too.
- Bats in the Bend
- Are bats your favorite October animal? Come learn all about bats in the Big Bend region from a local TPWD biologist who studies them.
- Eyes on the Sky
- Learn how to star hop with a pair of binoculars as you enjoy the dark skies of Far West Texas.
- Birding For Beginners
- Come learn some basic tips as you dip your toe into the wonderful world of birding.
- Hike With Homeless Dogs
- Come give some local shelter dogs the best walk of their week!
- Skyline Drive Geology Tour
- Learn about our park's explosive past on this guided geology walk.
- The Feather Wars - The Great Crusade To Save America's Birds
- Come learn the history of bird conservation in the U.S. from author, James McCommons.
- Caving In The Southwest
- Come hear about the mysterious world of cave exploration from a local with lots of experience.
- Earth Day Celebration
- Come celebrate Earth's special day at our park!
- Star Party With The Rangers - CANCELLED
- Sorry folks....the weather is not going to cooperate with us tonight. Heavy cloud cover is predicted so we need to cancel.
- Legacy of the CCC Hike
- Enjoy a morning hike on a trail that the CCC boys built during the 1930s and hear about their amazing impact.
- Birds of the Park
- Get to know the many winged wonders of our sky island oasis.
- Agave & The Animals That Love Them
- Come hear about the strange life cycle of agaves and the animals that depend on them.