Cathy C.
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GuideLive Oak Ridge
Quiet and simple
Live Oak is next to Lake Belton. It’s a small Corps of Engineers Park. It is great for a break from the work life.
Best Equestrian Camping near Belton, TX
Few horse-friendly campgrounds exist in the immediate Belton, Texas area. Heart of Texas Fair Complex in Waco permits RVs with self-contained amenities and accommodates horses during organized equestrian events. The campground provides basic facilities with water access and restrooms but limited electric hookups. While designated horse corrals are not formally listed at any Belton area campgrounds, many facilities allow horses with proper containment equipment brought by owners. Sites at Live Oak Ridge on Belton Lake offer spacious camping areas where portable corrals can be set up.
Trail access remains a key consideration for equestrian campers visiting the region. Riders typically bring their own portable corrals or high-line equipment as permanent equine facilities are minimal. Reynolds Creek campground, located about 25 miles north of Belton, offers access to a 20-mile equestrian trail that circles Lacey Point with relatively flat terrain suitable for casual trail riding. The park accommodates both RVs and tent campers with horses, though the significant underbrush can limit visibility of Lake Waco from campsites. Most campgrounds in the region require advance reservations, especially during busy seasons when equestrian events are scheduled at nearby facilities.
Best Equestrian Sites Near Belton, Texas (9)
1. Live Oak Ridge
11 ReviewsBelton, TX5 milesWebsite+1 (254) 780-1738$24 - $30 / night
"Large sites with ample vehicle parking that offer substantial distance from the neighboring sites give room to bring multiple vehicles or a boat along with the RV. "
"It is located on Belton Lake. It is a gated entrance and the gates locked at 11:00pm. Our site was situated at the end of the loop and it was very spacious. It had water/electric with a dump station."
2. Willis Creek
2 ReviewsGranger, TX25 milesWebsite+1 (512) 859-2668$10 - $60 / night
"Can’t get to the water from sites, but the views were amazing and the walk short!"
"The lake ramp is perfect for paddle boat or any large boat( platoons, etc) Spacious pavilion at every spot Water and electric connectors working perfectly."
3. Williamson County Berry Springs Park and Preserve
1 ReviewGeorgetown, TX26 milesWebsite+1 (512) 943-1920"Lots and lots and lots of fields, walking trails. Perfect for dogs who like to run. In January no one is here, all by myself."
4. Speegleville Park
7 ReviewsWaco, TX38 milesWebsite+1 (254) 756-5359$32 - $36 / night
"Stayed here with the pup while visiting the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame. Nice hookups, clean set up. Very quiet. Lots of deer in and around the sites (which are very big."
"Right on Waco lake, the picnic tables were set on concrete pads with solid shelter covers. Many trails to ride and walk on."
5. Heart of Texas Fair Complex
1 ReviewWaco, TX39 milesWebsite+1 (254) 776-1660"Lots of equestrian and ag show events. In the last 10 years or so they have put a lot into improving the grounds and made them really nice."
6. Reynolds Creek
3 ReviewsWaco, TX39 milesWebsite+1 (254) 756-5359$20 - $75 / night
"Wish the underbrush was cut back so that you could see the late - we were right next to it but could hardly see it. Campsites are on top of each other in groups of ~3."
7. Buena Vista Wildlife Safari and RV Park
3 ReviewsLampasas, TX49 milesWebsite+1 (254) 791-5441$35 - $45 / night
"Location is a couple years old and really nice. Full hookups and great free WiFi service. All the RV and camping amenities, very clean and well maintained."
8. Mustang 2nd Chance Foundation
Be the first to review!Woodway, TX31 milesWebsite+1 (714) 512-7758$35 - $200 / night
9. Off the Grid Ranch
Be the first to review!Copperas Cove, TX32 milesWebsite+1 (254) 371-8900$30 / night
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Equestrian Camping Reviews near Belton, TX
30 Reviews of 9 Belton Campgrounds
- Cheryl D.Guide
Live Oak Ridge
Excellent Restful Campground
Live Oak Ridge COE Campground is excellently maintain and is a very low-key, restful place to land. Large sites with ample vehicle parking that offer substantial distance from the neighboring sites give room to bring multiple vehicles or a boat along with the RV. The sites are well maintained by the hosts who are not obtrusive and just keep a low profile to ensure things are clean and go well. The restroom area is also clean and has showers and toilets. A better-than-typical playground is set in a great interior place for all to enjoy. Water access is through the boat ramp, so don't expect to launch from your RV site since they are elevated far above the water. We stayed in Site 7 (and later extended it to Site 6). Both were easy to back into and fairly level with nice concrete pads, grills, and wonderful covered picnic tables. Both had tree coverage on one side. There are nature trails across the main road and access to Belton and their small but awesome riverwalk area, historic Salado, Still Hollow Lake, the Belton dam (we could see the mural from both sites), Chalk Ridge Waterfalls and Temple, TX within a few minutes. This is a great landing spot for many nearby activities EXCELLENT National Park pricing for 50 amp and water hookups with dump site available.
- NNomadic L.
TravelerLive Oak Ridge
Wonderful COE campground
We had a 3 night stay here and it was our first experience with a COE campground. It is located on Belton Lake. It is a gated entrance and the gates locked at 11:00pm. Our site was situated at the end of the loop and it was very spacious. It had water/electric with a dump station. It had a picnic table and fire pit. It also has a laundry room near the entrance. There is a playground, restrooms, and showers. There is also a boat dock. It is a very well kept campground. I did not use the bath house, so I cannot give a review on how it looked. The laundry room was spacious and the machines were in working order. It was a perfect campground. My review would have been 5 stars but there is no swimming area.
Brittany S.
LegendReynolds Creek
Needs improvement but a peaceful stay.
This park is located out in boonies and can be pretty difficult to find. Most people think they are lost trying to get to it, but if you follow North Speegleville road through all the cornfields you will eventually stumble upon it. Believe me, you're not going the wrong way.
Being lakefront property you would expect to see more water, however there is a lot of brush grown up around the lake and sites so it is hard to see. There are also limited places to get down to the water in the park.
There is a nice boat ramp and dock for fishing. It is also pet friendly and equestrian friendly. There is a nice little 1 mile hike were you can bird watch and view the lake Waco, it is very shaded and flat. Then there is a 20 mile hike/ equestrian trail that goes around Lacey point.
Bathrooms and showers need some work, but they do the job. There is no store at the campground, but there is a dollar general located in Speegleville about 4 minutes away. There are picnic tables at ever site along with a fire pit, and also a playground for kids.
The whole park is very secluded and away from street noise which is so lovely. Perfect place for viewing the stars over the water and listening to nature speak around you!
- LLisa H.Traveler
Live Oak Ridge
Live Oak Ridge
Live Oak is a nice Corps of Engineers park on Belton Lake. The campsites are well maintained with asphalt parking, a covered picnic table, and nice gravel area. We stayed in Site 3 which was waterfront, but no water access, however was shaded and spacious. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and will stay again. I only gave it 4 stars because there is no swimming area. There is a boat launch.
Josie J.TravelerHeart of Texas Fair Complex
I've never actually Stayed, but the facilities are nice
These grounds are just for those participating in events at the center. Lots of equestrian and ag show events. In the last 10 years or so they have put a lot into improving the grounds and made them really nice. Though, to be fair, I have never had to stay over night on the grounds. Only visited.
Cari E.
RangerLive Oak Ridge
The showers gave me life
I’ve spent a lot of time in Belton, but never at this campsite. I was delayed by a day due to tornadoes in the area, so I was already frustrated when I arrived to find that no one mans the entry gate…ever. I also did not receive my confirmation email upon booking, which contains your code to enter the gate, but luckily enough they have a number posted you can call and camp hosts within sight of the gate who can help you get in. I was on loop 4, which has the best shade, but some of the sites can be a little crammed in (and it can become loud on the weekends which is to mostly be expected). No sewer hookups, but they do have a dump station on site. Another perk is the private boat ramp for campers along with covered picnic tables at the less shaded sites and a playground for kids. My favorite part was honestly the showers though—they were so fantastic! The bathroom is heated in the cooler months and the water pressure and hot water can’t be beat; it’s the best camp shower I’ve experienced! I also had good enough service with AT&T to work with my phone’s hotspot, but Verizon was pretty poor and even streaming videos was choppy, though you can call and text as usual.
Jim P.RangerSpeegleville Park
Awesome find in Waco
Stayed here with the pup while visiting the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame. Nice hookups, clean set up. Very quiet. Lots of deer in and around the sites (which are very big. Many sites available right on the water.
Michael C.LegendSpeegleville Park
Very clean facility
Right on Waco lake, the picnic tables were set on concrete pads with solid shelter covers. Many trails to ride and walk on. There is a marina with food facilities nearby, however was closed for the season.
Guide to Belton
Lake Belton and surrounding areas offer multiple camping options for horseback riders within 25-30 miles of Belton, Texas. The region features mixed terrain with prairie flatlands and modest elevation changes, creating varied trail experiences. Several parks maintain equestrian-friendly facilities that accommodate both overnight camping and day-use trail riding throughout the year.
What to do
Equestrian trail riding: Reynolds Creek Park provides access to a 20-mile equestrian trail around Lacey Point with relatively flat terrain. "There is a nice little 1 mile hike were you can bird watch and view the lake Waco, it is very shaded and flat. Then there is a 20 mile hike/equestrian trail that goes around Lacey point," notes reviewer Brittany S. at Reynolds Creek.
Fishing: Speegleville Park offers direct lake access for anglers. "Lake Waco may not be the cleanest or prettiest lake, but when it comes to fishing, you can bring in a good amount of catfish and have a fish-fry to make up for it! I love the peacefulness of Speegleville park," shares Brittany S. at Speegleville Park.
Wildlife viewing: Some camping areas near Belton include wildlife observation opportunities. "The drive through safari is an extra $15 per car and worth it," reports Chris P. about Buena Vista Wildlife Safari and RV Park, which combines camping with animal encounters.
What campers like
Spacious sites: Live Oak Ridge on Belton Lake offers ample room for setting up portable corrals. "The campsites are well maintained with asphalt parking, a covered picnic table, and nice gravel area. We stayed in Site 3 which was waterfront, but no water access, however was shaded and spacious," writes Lisa H. at Live Oak Ridge.
Quiet atmosphere: Several camping areas provide peaceful settings away from urban noise. "We stayed on a spot right by the lake. The water was beautiful and it was very quiet. We loved everything about this spot," says Lauren Z. about her experience at Speegleville Park.
Natural surroundings: Willis Creek Park offers lakeside camping with natural features. "Very peaceful, clean, spots are pretty spread out with covered picnic tables, fire pit and grill. Site 4 looked the best but 13 was beautiful. Can't get to the water from sites, but the views were amazing and the walk short!" reports Leslie at Willis Creek.
What you should know
Reservation requirements: Most equestrian campgrounds require advance bookings. "The gates are still open but overwhelming with skeeters everywhere. All sites were overgrown with tall grass/weeds," notes kelly T. about Willis Creek during off-peak times.
Seasonal considerations: Summer heat affects both riders and horses in central Texas. "Just be aware there isn't a lot of shade around the sites and in the summer it gets really toasty!" warns a reviewer about Speegleville Park.
Facility limitations: Some campgrounds lack equine-specific amenities. At Heart of Texas Fair Complex, facilities primarily serve event participants: "These grounds are just for those participating in events at the center. Lots of equestrian and ag show events," explains Josie J.
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Some campgrounds offer recreation areas for children. "A better-than-typical playground is set in a great interior place for all to enjoy," mentions Cheryl D. about Live Oak Ridge.
Swimming options: Not all lakeside campgrounds have swimming areas. "I only gave it 4 stars because there is no swimming area. There is a boat launch," notes Lisa H. about Live Oak Ridge limitations.
Nature trails: Look for parks with shorter trails suitable for family walks. "There are nature trails across the main road and access to Belton and their small but awesome riverwalk area, historic Salado, Still Hollow Lake, the Belton dam (we could see the mural from both sites), Chalk Ridge Waterfalls and Temple, TX within a few minutes," shares Cheryl D. at Williamson County Berry Springs Park.
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Choose sites carefully for shade and utility access. "Sites that we really like with lots of shade 40, 41. Booked 41 for early October," recommends Dean H. about Live Oak Ridge.
Water access challenges: Lake visibility often requires navigating terrain. "High banks made it impossible to get to the water. No swimming area or fishing area that we found," reports Shane M. about Reynolds Creek.
Connectivity concerns: Cell service varies significantly between properties. "Not much for any type of cell service, ESPECIALLY AT&T," cautions Kayla D. about camping at Buena Vista Wildlife Safari and RV Park.
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