Established Camping
Live Oak Ridge
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
US Army Corps of Engineers
Belton Lake
Overview
Live Oak Ridge Campground is located at Belton Lake, which provides some of the best fishing, camping and boating in Central Texas. This year-round campground accommodates both tents and RVs and has many amenities, such as a playground, showers, and a group meeting area.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.
Recreation
With 136 miles of shoreline, Belton Lake offers a wide variety of recreation activities, including camping, water recreation, picnicking and nature trails. The facility has a multi-lane boat ramp, and hiking trails are available adjacent to the park at Miller Springs Nature Area. 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, offering year-round opportunities for birders.
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.
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