Texas, United States
Davis Mountains Scenic Loop
Sky island mountains and darkest skies in Texas.
Fort Davis → Davis Mountains SP
- Distance
- 28 mi
- Level
- Medium
- Type
- Mountain
- Season
- March - November
Highlights
- McDonald Observatory
- Fort Davis NHS
- Scenic Loop drive
Must ride
★ 8.3/ 10
Risks
Mountain windWildlifeNarrow sectionsFatigue on long ridesSummer heat
Fuel stops
Fort DavisMcDonald ObservatoryDavis Mountains SP
Food stops
McDonald Observatory
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