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Fort Davis, Texas Nestled in the heart of the Davis Mountains of West Texas, Fort Davis is a place of majestic beauty, where wildlife abounds among the high desert vastness.
A visit to McDonald Observatory gives you the chance to look through telescopes and view celestial bodies in one of the darkest night skies in the United States. From here one can see the Milky Way with the naked eye. The scenery from Davis Mountain State Park or the Nature Preserve is one that you must see to believe. With so many choices of places to hike, ride bicycles, horses, motorcycles, walk or drive you will find Fort Davis to be an unforgettable experience. Although there aren't that many folks in this mile high town, the people you will meet are friendly and helpful. A local broom maker crafts 1800's style brooms, a Western hat maker can be watched as he skillfully creates a custom piece. Fort Davis boasts the oldest Inn in West Texas along with many other charming places to stay. The quaintness of this small town will take you back in time. Due to it's low humidity and a mild climate, Fort Davis is a great place to visit year round. There are no traffic lights, no chain stores, and no shopping malls. In fact, the town is just one mile long. Here you can find tranquility along with the chance to learn about the many different facets of this mountainous region including rare species of wildlife, distinct rock formations and exceptional plant life. Fort Davis, Texas...Experience Life!
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History
and culture are apparent throughout the community and opportunities
to learn and explore await you. Fort Davis
National Historic Site,
which is one of the best restored military forts in the southwest,
helps explain the historic significance of this small town.
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