Live Oak Ridge
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.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 47 |
| Host/management | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 90 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
47 sites in 4 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | FIRS | Back-in | 71 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 02 | FIRS | Back-in | 87 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 03 | FIRS | Back-in | 70 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 04 | FIRS | Back-in | 90 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 05 | FIRS | Back-in | 65 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 06 | FIRS | Back-in | 70 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 07 | FIRS | Back-in | 54 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 08 | FIRS | Back-in | 84 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 09 | FIRS | Back-in | 76 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
| 10 | FIRS | Back-in | 75 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 1 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 90 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | 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. |
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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
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.
| Nearest town | Belton, Texas |
| Coordinates | 31.1169° N, 97.4731° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Changes and cancellations are subject to a $10.00 administrative fee.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 2.7 mi |
| RV sales & service | Rolling M Trailers ↗ | 22.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Cabela's ↗ | 32.5 mi |
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Video
The Official Virtual Tour Of Live Oak Ridge Campground – Belton Lake Texas
Worth a stop
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.
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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.
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.
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Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Live Oak Ridge?
Sites at Live Oak Ridge are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Live Oak Ridge?
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.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Live Oak Ridge?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Live Oak Ridge have?
48 sites, including 47 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Live Oak Ridge?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Live Oak Ridge have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Live Oak Ridge?
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 Activit
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Live Oak Ridge?
Yes, pets are allowed at Live Oak Ridge. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Live Oak Ridge?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Live Oak Ridge?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 5G, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Live Oak Ridge?
With 136 miles of shoreline, Belton Lake offers a wide variety of recreation activities, including camping, water recreation, picnicking, and nature trails. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Live Oak Ridge?
Belton, Texas. Belton Lake is located adjacent to the Fort Hood Army Base, which has several points of interest for the military buff.
Source: Getting there