Belton Lake RV parks and campgrounds provide diverse options beyond standard hookup services. Located in Bell County, the lake stretches across 12,300 acres and maintains year-round camping access with most sites experiencing heaviest use from March through October. Temperature fluctuations between day and night can reach 20-30 degrees during spring and fall, requiring campers to pack accordingly.
What to do
Fishing access: Multiple campgrounds offer direct water access, with Flat Creek RV Resort providing a stocked fishing pond. "Bring your fishing poles! This park has a variety of fish in the stocked pond perfect for a relaxing day at the park," notes one visitor to Flat Creek RV Resort.
Pet exercise areas: Several parks feature dedicated pet zones, allowing campers to let their animals stretch their legs. "The dog park are excellent additions and I really enjoyed that," mentions a reviewer at Belton RV Park.
Communal gathering spaces: Some parks provide fire pits and meeting areas for social interaction. A camper at Salado Sky RV Park reports, "They host campfires regularly which was super fun! Many of the people there have become our friends."
What campers like
Tree coverage: Mature trees at select parks provide crucial shade during hot Texas summers. A visitor to North Crest RV Park observed, "The well kept grounds provided natural shade to keep our camper cool."
Privacy between sites: Campers appreciate parks with adequate space between sites. "We loved the trees and nice wide slips. Nice not to be within 5 feet from your neighbor," notes a reviewer at North Crest RV Park.
Convenient highway access: Multiple parks offer easy access from I-35 without excessive noise. A Berry Springs visitor commented, "They are a mile or so off of I-35 which makes this easy to access. They have ample space and lots of amenities."
What you should know
Bathroom accessibility: After-hours bathroom access can require codes at some facilities. One camper at Berry Springs RV Park shared: "no picnic tables... gravel lots... concrete patio... water good... sewer and electric... easy back in slanted lots."
Site spacing variations: Some parks offer more generous spacing than others. At Tranquil Gardens RV Park, a camper noted it's "a good get in in the evening and leave in the morning kind of campground."
Varying pad surfaces: RV sites feature different surfaces requiring different leveling approaches. "It is a gravel site, so we did have to do some leveling when we got there," reported a camper at Flat Creek RV Resort.
Tips for camping with families
Bathroom facilities: Look for parks with private family bathrooms. North Crest RV Park offers "two full baths in total privacy. Can be used as family baths."
Pool availability: During summer heat, pools provide crucial cooling options. "The pool and dog park are excellent additions," notes a Belton RV Park visitor.
Long-term vs. overnight stays: Some parks cater better to short stays. A Tranquil Gardens RV Park visitor mentioned: "This small little park has been very peaceful so far. The people are wonderful and it's very pet friendly. Amenities are lacking and the price is high."
Tips from RVers
Reservation requirements: Most RV parks near Belton Lake require advance bookings. "To stay at this park make sure you make reservations ahead of time. While there is plenty of space, they do fill up," advises a Flat Creek RV Resort camper.
Hookup hose length: Some sites require longer-than-standard water and sewer hoses due to hookup placement. "We were at lot 59, which runs horizontal with the creek. Very nice plot," noted one RVer at Flat Creek RV Resort.
Management assistance: Several parks offer escort service to sites. "Emily even met us right at the gate and guided us to our spot. Sites are level, wide, and even shaded. We arrived around 9pm and departed 10 hours later - so level we didn't even have to unhook," reported a North Crest RV Park visitor.
