Winkler Park
Open for reservations. The campground operates seasonally from March 1 through October 31 and is closed November 1 through February 28.
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 21 at 1:00PM CDT until July 22 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central, northeast, and south central Texas. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 8 PM this evening to 8 PM CDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 1:00PM CDT until July 21 at 8:00PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108. For the Extreme Heat Warning, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 expected. * WHERE...Portions of north central, northeast, and south central Texas. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM CDT this evening. For the Extreme Heat Warning, from 8 PM this evening to 8 PM CDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events. Hot temperatures and high humidity will increase the risk for heat-related illnesses to occur, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
About
Winkler Park is a primitive campground on the northern shore of Belton Lake, a 12,300-acre reservoir created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the Leon River in Central Texas. The campground offers 14 lakefront sites, each with water hookups, a covered picnic table, grill, and fire ring. A central bathhouse provides flush toilets, sinks, and showers. There is no electricity at the sites. The campground is popular with anglers pursuing hybrid striped bass, largemouth bass, white bass, catfish, and sunfish. Wildlife in the area includes deer, wild turkey, great blue herons, ducks, geese, and occasional bald eagles. Though the sites themselves are sunny and open, the perimeter and shoreline are forested. Reservations are available through Recreation.gov. Check-in is at 3 p.m. and check-out is before 2 p.m. A maximum 14-day stay limit applies within any 30-consecutive-day period. RV dump facilities are not on-site but are available free to Winkler guests at nearby White Flint Park.
Directions
From Interstate 35 in Temple, Texas, take State Highway 53/36 west towards Gatesville for approximately 10 miles. Just after the Leon River Bridge, turn right on White Flint Park Road. Turn left on Winkler Park Road and follow it to the park entrance.
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | Yes |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 75ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 75ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (254) 742-3050 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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