Established Camping
Live Oak Ridge
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Warning 1 Alert is In Effect
There is 1 alert for this campground. Camp safely!
Due to current lake elevation many facilities on Belton Lake have been closed. For more information on what closures are in place, please visit https://corpslakes.erdc.dren.mil/visitors/status.cfm?state=TXor call the Belton Lake Office at 254-742-3050.
Live Oak Ridge, near Belton, Texas, is a solid choice for campers looking for a laid-back spot with plenty of shade and well-maintained facilities. The sites are spacious, offering a good amount of distance between them, which helps keep things peaceful, especially on weekends.
This campground boasts clean bathrooms and showers that visitors rave about, with one camper calling them “the best camp shower I’ve experienced!” You’ll find picnic tables and fire pits at each site, making it easy to enjoy meals outdoors or roast marshmallows under the stars. Plus, there’s a playground for the kids and a private boat ramp for those looking to hit the water.
If you’re up for some exploration, you’re just a short drive from local attractions like the Belton Riverwalk and Chalk Ridge Waterfalls. Nature trails are nearby, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a bit of birdwatching. Campers have noted the friendly atmosphere and helpful hosts, making it a welcoming spot for families and friends alike.
Description
Army Corps of Engineers
Belton Recreation Area
Overview
Live Oak Ridge campground is located at Belton Lake close by the dam and the city of Belton.This year-round, family friendly campground accommodates both tents and RVs and has many amenities, such as a playground, water-bourne restrooms with sinks, flush toilets, and showers, and an activity center. Belton Lake was created by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with the construction of Belton Dam in 1954. The 12,300-acre lake is located on the Leon River, just upstream of the confluence of the Leon River and the Little River. Belton Lake is a long, narrow and winding lake with many curves and coves, providing some of the best camping, fishing, and boating in Central Texas.
Recreation
With 136 miles of shoreline, Belton Lake offers a wide variety of recreation activities, including camping, water recreation, picnicking, and nature trails. Live Oak Ridge has one multi-lane boat ramp, a playground, and activity center. Hiking trails are conveniently located adjacent to the park at Miller Springs Nature Area. White-tailed deer, hawks, great blue herons, ducks, geese, many species of songbirds, bobwhite quail, Rio Grande turkey, and even an occasional bald eagle visit the lake area, yielding year-round opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts.
Facilities
Facilities List: 1 Gatehouse (Months, days, hours, and pass availability subject to change) On-Site Park Hosts/Maintenance Volunteers 48 Campsites (w/ hookups) 2 Restroom Facilities (w/ sinks, showers, flush toilets) 1 Boat Ramp (Multi-lane) 1 Courtesy Dock 1 Playground 1 Activity Center (Reservable on-site) Hiking Trails Close By (Miller Springs Nature Area) 1 Dump Station w/ Non-Potable Water Facilities Description: All 48 campsites have water and electric hookups, a covered picnic table, and a charcoal grill. Campsites range from heavily shaded to sun. Live Oak boasts a playground for the kids and a multi-lane boat ramp. Other park facilities include 2 restroom buildings around the park with sinks, showers, and flush toilets. An activity center is available for use on-site with a private bathroom and kitchen sink. The park is staffed with on-site volunteer campground hosts and maintenance hosts.
Natural Features
Live Oak Ridge lives up to its name, with many large oak trees, a pleasant atmosphere and plenty of shade. The campsites are flat and grassy, and several overlook the lake (others are only a short walk away). Springtime brings an abundance of wildflowers that blanket areas of the park. There is a man-made wetland on the lake between White Flint and Winkler Parks, providing an additional 25 acres of wildlife habitat to the lake area.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (254) 742-3050.
Nearby Attractions
Belton Lake is located adjacent to the Fort Hood Army Base, which has several points of interest for the military buff. The mural painted on the spillway wall of Belton Dam depicts the history of the Bell County area.
Charges & Cancellations
Changes and cancellations are subject to a $10.00 administrative fee. Refund requests are processed through recreation.gov website or app.
Fee Info
Day Use: Live Oak Ridge Park does NOT have Day Use areas. Reservations: Reservations for campsites, group camping, and pavilions can be made on recreation.gov for Belton Lake .
Location
Live Oak Ridge is located in Texas
Directions
From Interstate 35, take Farm-to-Market Road 2305 (West Adams Ave.) west. Drive for nine miles and turn left on Farm-to-Market Road 2271 (Morgan's Point Road). Go two miles to the park entrance. The campground is adjacent to the Belton Dam and spillway.
Address
2000 FM 2271
Belton, TX 76513
Coordinates
31.1169056 N
97.4730528 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonFair
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileUnknown
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Tent Cabin
- Equestrian
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
