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LUBBOCK — Researchers are looking into whether two rare nature sightings in West Texas, including a butterfly spotted in the U.S. for the first time, could indicate other hidden populations in the ...

The Indian Lodge has one of the most impressive views of the Davis Mountains in West Texas. From the deck overlooking the swimming pool, the steep mountain slopes fold together into a sharp valley.

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The historic Indian Lodge at Davis Mountains State Park has completed its extensive renovation project and is now open, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department said. Renovation ...

May 23—FORT DAVIS — The historic Indian Lodge, nestled within Davis Mountains State Park, has completed its extensive remodel and is now open for reservation. This historic and treasured West Texas ...

The Centennial Time Capsule is enroute to its winter home at Davis Mountains State Park as part of its 50-year trek to every state park across the Lone Star State. (Courtesy Photo) AUSTIN The ...

DAVIS MOUNTAINS STATE PARK, Texas — It's a packed night at McDonald Observatory, where dozens of people are crowding around high-powered telescopes as a thunderstorm rolls off to the east. Locals and ...