Texas / Bell County

Belton Lakeview Park

Open — Open year-round for day-use and boat ramp access from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily. Group pavilions require advance reservations.

About

Belton Lakeview Park is perched on a bluff overlooking the 12,300-acre Belton Lake and its dam, providing a scenic location for group gatherings and outdoor recreation. The park features two reservable group day-use pavilions along the lower shore, offering some of the best fishing and boating opportunities in Central Texas. The lake was created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with the construction of Belton Dam in 1954 on the Leon River. The park is a popular destination for anglers targeting hybrid striped bass, largemouth bass, white bass, catfish and sunfish. A two-lane boat ramp provides convenient water access for boaters. The group use areas sit along the forested shoreline with ample shade from trees and picnic shelters, offering views of the lake from slightly elevated ground. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound, with deer, wild turkey, Great Blue herons, ducks, geese, songbirds and occasional bald eagles inhabiting the area. Facilities include flush toilets, water and electric hookups at the group pavilions, playgrounds, and nature trails. The park is located adjacent to Fort Hood Army Base, and the spillway wall of Belton Dam features a mural depicting Bell County history. Nearby attractions include Miller Springs Nature Area on the north end of Belton Dam for hiking enthusiasts.

Directions

From Interstate 35 in Belton, take exit onto Road 317 (North Main Street). Turn left onto Farm-to-Market Road 439 (Lake Road) and travel west about 4 miles to the park.

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