This is a hard one to write because while we did officially visit Indian Lodge State Park, we did not do the thing that it is known for – which is lodging there. Overnight. Indian Lodge State Park is nestled in a very pretty part of Davis Mountains State Park and is a full-service hotel complete with a fancy restaurant, which I fully admit several people recommended we try while we were in the area. But unfortunately we didn’t do that, either.
I’ll just spell it out since you might be head-scratching at this point. TexansTravel.Life is what The Man calls a “passion project,” which I’m pretty sure means that we do it for fun and don’t make bank. Since the night time temps during the summer in the Davis Mountains – where the Indian Lodge is located – dip into the 60’s, we opted to tent camp in the park for $15/night instead of get a room in the Indian Lodge. Sorry, ILSP. Budgetary considerations and all.
Why We Love Indian Lodge State Park
- Location. I thought I wanted to retire out-of-state where the weather wasn’t as unbearable during the summer as it is in Texas. Until I visited the Davis Mountains, that is. I am in love.
- Pool. It gets into the 90’s during the summer in the Davis Mountains. I can imagine nothing more refreshing after a hot hike than a cool dip in the Indian Lodge pool.
- Restaurant. People recommended eating at the Black Bear Restaurant to us more than once.
Must Do’s
- Pamper Yourself. That’s what this place is all about. If you love the outdoors, but would prefer a hot shower without insect companions joining you at the end of the day, not to mention a comfortable place to rest your head, stay at the Indian Lodge.
We’d love to hear about your experiences at Indian Lodge State Park! Please share your thoughts on this most accommodating State Park in the comments.