Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute and Nature Center. Botanical Garden, Cactus Greenhouse, Hiking Trails & more! Hwy 118 Fort Davis, TX
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Nov 14, 2024
Very interesting collection of desert plants. Botanical garden trail easy, but Modesto Springs Canyon trail not for the beginner. We are experienced hikers and the description we got was not correc…Full review by Lou Ann E
Jun 9, 2024
Definitely worth the stop. We spent a couple of hours hiking and found the trails to be well maintained and markers easy to follow. Afterwards we walked through gardens area.Full review by amyntexas
Jun 5, 2024
We spent about 2 hours there hiking and enjoying the gardens. We are active people but not necessarily hikers so we chose the Clayton’s Overlook trail. I would recommend going before the heat of th…Full review by Livelaughlove76
$6.50 for adults. Children 12 and under are free. Admission is 1/2 off If you present a current receipt from McDonald Observatory, Davis Mtn. State Park, Balmorhea State …
$6.50 for adults. Children 12 and under are free. Admission is 1/2 off If you present a current receipt from McDonald Observatory, Davis Mtn. State Park, Balmorhea State Park, or the NHS Fort Davis.