Westcliff
Westcliff Park is a day-use area and campground located on the southwestern shore of Belton Lake. The lake provides some of the best fishing and boating in Central Texas in addition to amenities such as a swimming beach, boat ramp, playground and picnic areas for RVs and tents, including four tent-only primitive sites. 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. It is a long, narrow and winding lake with many curves and coves perfect for fishing.
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Site mix
| Standard with electric | 24 |
| Tent-only | 4 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
28 sites in 3 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | LOWE | Electric | Pull-through | 58 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 02 | LOWE | Electric | Pull-through | 58 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 03 | LOWE | Electric | Pull-through | 54 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 04 | LOWE | Electric | Pull-through | 53 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 05 | LOWE | Electric | Pull-through | 54 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 06 | LOWE | Electric | Pull-through | 56 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 07 | LOWE | Electric | Pull-through | 53 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 08 | LOWE | Electric | Pull-through | 52 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 09 | LOWE | Electric | Pull-through | 56 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 10 | LOWE | Electric | Pull-through | 55 | Paved | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | 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 | 70 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Fees | Day Use: West Cliff Park has Day Use areas. Parking is based on first-come, first-serve. Day Use hours are 6 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily *Day use fees apply* (No cash). Visitors are required to physically arrive at the park to claim a parking space and pay the fee. |
Facilities List: 1 Gatehouse (Months, days, hours, and pass availability subject to change) On-Site Park Hosts/Maintenance Volunteers 27 Campsites (w/ hookups) 4 Primitive Tent-Only Sites (w/ water only) 1 Restroom Facility (w/ sinks, showers, and flush toilets) 2 Restroom Facilities (w/ sinks and flush toilets) 1 Vault Restroom Facility 1 Boat Ramp (Multi-lane) 1 Courtesy Dock 1 Playground 1 Swimbeach (Seasonal) Facilities Description: West Cliff Park boasts sunny campsites with excellent water access and convenient amenities, including flush toilets, day use areas with a playground, swim beach, and a multi-lane boat ramp with a courtesy dock for easy loading. Let the kids enjoy the swim beach area and playground while you relax! This park is seasonal, and all but the main road and main boat ramp will close Oct 1 - March 1.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
From Interstate 35 in Belton, Texas take the 294 exit (6th Avenue or Farm-to-Market Road 93) west. Turn north onto 317 (Main Street) and drive for two miles. Turn west on FM 439 (Lake Road) and go four miles. Turn right on Sparta Road, then take a right on Westcliff Park Road to the park.
| Nearest town | Belton, Texas |
| Coordinates | 31.1150° N, 97.5176° W · Directions ↗ |
Charges and cancellations
Changes and cancellations are subject to a $10.00 administrative fee.
Supplies & services
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 0.1 mi |
| RV sales & service | Rolling M Trailers ↗ | 21.9 mi |
| Outdoor gear | Cabela's ↗ | 34.2 mi |
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Video
Westcliff Park Campground Review, Park Tour, an Army Corps of Engineers Park, 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.
- under 0.1 miWestcliff Park - Day Use ↗Day use
- 2.2 miBelton Lakeview Day Use ↗Day use
- 5.7 miCedar Ridge Park Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
- 8.4 miWhite Flint Park Boat Ramp ↗Boat launch
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Capt. Andrew Jackson Harris HouseBuilding · Belton · 4.4 mi
- Cornelison HouseBuilding · Belton · 4.7 mi
- Joel Elliott HouseBuilding · Belton · 4.7 mi
Natural features
The campground is mostly open with a few trees providing shade at picnic areas and at some of the campsites. Westcliff is on a bluff overlooking the lake; while many of the campsites are directly on the shoreline, all campsites have a view of the lake. The lake area is habitat for deer, wild turkey and water birds such as Great Blue herons, ducks, geese, many species of songbirds and even an occasional bald eagle. A man-made wetland on the opposite side of the lake was constructed to provide an additional 25 acres of wildlife habitat in the lake area.
Recreation
With 136 miles of shoreline, Belton Lake offers a wide variety of recreation activities. West Cliff Park is most popular for it's close proximity to the shoreline for campers. Westcliff Park offers a day use area complete with one multi-lane boat ramp, a playground, and campground. The lake is also a popular fishing spot for hybrid striped bass, largemouth bass, white bass, catfish and sunfish. 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 and kids alike!
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Westcliff?
Sites at Westcliff 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 Westcliff?
Day Use: West Cliff Park has Day Use areas. Parking is based on first-come, first-serve. Day Use hours are 6 a.m.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Westcliff?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 2:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Westcliff have?
31 sites, including 24 standard sites with power and 4 tent-only sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Westcliff?
The longest site here provides 70 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Westcliff have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Westcliff?
Facilities List: 1 Gatehouse (Months, days, hours, and pass availability subject to change) On-Site Park Hosts/Maintenance Volunteers 27 Campsites (w/ hookups) 4 Primitive Tent-Only Sites (w/ water only) 1 Restroom Facility (w/ sinks, showers, and flush toilets) 2 Restroom Facili
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Westcliff?
Yes, pets are allowed at Westcliff. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Westcliff?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Westcliff?
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 Westcliff?
With 136 miles of shoreline, Belton Lake offers a wide variety of recreation activities. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Westcliff?
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