Temples Lake sits among the stunning landscapes of Belton Lake in Texas . With 35 campsites (RV-friendly up to 45 feet feet) , restrooms, potable water, great hiking, it's a favorite for rural adventurers.
Reservations are required year-round , and the best times to visit are Nov-mar when the weather is most comfortable .
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🏕️ At a Glance
💳 Booking & Fees
Cancellations made 3+ days before arrival typically receive a refund minus service fees. Check Recreation.gov for specific policies and deadlines.
💧 Water Access & Features
📸 Discover the Beauty of Belton Lake
🌤️ Best Time to Visit
Plan your trip during the optimal season for this campground.
🦅 Peak birding: Feb, Mar, Apr
🦌 Recent Wildlife Sightings
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Temples Lake located in Temple, Texas, offering 35 camping sites.
Temples Lake
A Rural campground in Texas
Overview
The 12,300-Acre Lake Is Located on the Leon River, Just Upstream of the Confluence of the Leon River and the Little River.
Deer, Turkey and Other Small Game Are Commonly Seen, and 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. Reserve the Pavillon for a Private Event!
White-Tailed Deer, Hawks, Great Blue Herons, Ducks, Geese, Many Species of Songbirds and Even an Occasional Bald Eagle Visit the Lake Area, Yielding Year-Round Opportunities for Wildlife Enthusiasts and Kids Alike!
Facilities List:
1 Gatehouse (Months, Days, Hours, and Pass Availability Subject to Change)
on-Site Park Hosts/Maintenance Volunteers
62 Covered Picnic Sites (W/ Grill)
3 Restroom Facilities (W/ Sinks and Flush Toilets)
1 Outdoor Shower
1 Vault Restroom Facility
2 Boat Ramps (Multi-Lane) (*1 Seasonal)
1 Courtesy Dock
1 Playground
1 Basketball Court
2 Volleyball Courts
1 Pavillion (Reservable on Rec.
Deer, Turkey and Other Small Game Are Commonly Seen, and 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. Temples Lake Park Is a Day-Use Facility with Over 60 Picnic Sites and One Reservable Group Area on the Southern Shore of Belton Lake. the Lake Provides Some of the Best Fishing and Boating in Central Texas and the Park Offers Amenities for Large Groups of Up to 80 People, Such As Flush Toilets, Showers, a Playground, a Swim Beach and Two Two-Lane Boat Ramps.
Belton Lake Was Created by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers with the Construction of Belton Dam in 1954.
with 136 Miles of Shoreline, Belton Lake Offers a Wide Variety of Recreation Activities, Including Camping, Water Recreation, Picnicking, and Nature Trails. Temple’S Lake Park Is a Destination for Families, Boaters, and Anglers Alike. Temple’S Lake Park Offers Two Multi-Lane Boat Ramps (1 Seasonal). Popular Fish Species Include Hybrid Striped Bass, Largemouth Bass, White Bass, Catfish and Sunfish. Visitors Can Also Make Use of the Many Picnic Table Sites and Cook Up Lunch on the Available Grills While Their Friends and Family Enjoy the Park’S Swimming Beach, Volleyball and Basketball Courts, and Playground. Gov)
1 Swimbeach (Seasonal)
Facilities Description:
Temple’S Lake Park Boasts Excellent Water Access and Convenient Amenities, Including Flush Toilets, Drinking Water, and Outside Shower. Launch Your Boat on Either of the Two Multi-Lane Boat Ramps, One with a Courtest Dock for Easy Loading. Let the Kids Enjoy the Swim Beach Area and Playground or Volleyball and Basketballl Courts While You Relax! This Park Is Seasonal, and All But the Main Road and Main Boat Ramp Will Close Oct 1 – March 1.
the Facility Is Directly on the Shores of Belton Lake with Mostly Open Sunny Spaces, Occasionally Dotted with Trees.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.
Managed by: Us Army Corps of EngineersSite Details
Campsite Information
- Total Sites: 35
- Hookup Types: Electric
- Max RV Length: 45 feet
Amenities
- 🚻 Restrooms: Available
- 🚿 Showers: Available
- 🗑️ Dump Station: No
- 💧 Potable Water: Available
- 🛝 Playground: Available
- 🧺 Laundry: False
- 📶 WiFi: False
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
Map & Location
Address & Coordinates
Address: Temple, Tx
City: Temple, Texas
Coordinates: 31.1328389, -97.4949722
Area Type: Rural
Phone: (254) 742-3050
Activities & Attractions
Popular Activities: Boat-ramp|swimming|fishing|playground|picnic|restroom|shower|water|beach|lake|river|trail|rv
Available Activities:
- 🎣 Fishing: Available
- 🛥️ Boating: Available
- 🥾 Hiking: Available
- 🏊 Swimming: Available
Regulations & Permits
🔥 Stay Limits & Fees
Maximum Stay: 14 days
Nightly Fee: Fees Apply
Federal Pass: Yes (50% discount)
🌤️ Weather & Climate
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Annual Precip
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Best Visit Time
📱 Connectivity
Verizon
Fair Signal
LTE
AT&T
Fair Signal
LTE
T-Mobile
Poor Signal
4G
📺 Television Reception
Major Networks: ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, CW, ION, UnivisION
Signal Quality: Good
Total Stations: 19 stations
Nearest Market: DALLAS/Houston/SAN Antonio
Notes: Signals FROM DALLAS/Houston/SAN Antonio MARKET
📻 Radio Reception
Total Stations: 40 stations (12 AM, 28 FM)
AM Quality: Good | FM Quality: Good
Major Formats: Country, Spanish, Classic ROCK, NEWS/TALK
Local News: KRLD 1080 Am
Market: DALLAS/Houston/SAN Antonio
Notes: 12 AM, 28 FM Stations from Dallas/Houston/San Antonio
🔌 EV Charging
⚡ The Preserve At Nolan Creek
Distance: 5.1 miles away
Address: 710 Shine Street, Belton, TX
Network: blink-network
Charging Type: Standard-charging-available • J1772
Plan Your Visit
Essential Information
- Facility ID: 232719
- Managing Agency: Us Army Corps of Engineers
- Agency Email: recreation.gov
- Agency Website: https://rec.gov)
- Parent Park: Belton Lake
- Park Website: /parks/belton-lake/
Park System Information
Park Classification & Structure
- Park Type: Lakes and Reservoirs
- Parks Post Name: belton-lake
- Parent Park Name: Belton Lake
- Correct Park Type Mapping: belton-lake
System Statistics
- Total Campgrounds in System: 7.0
- States Covered: Texas
- Managing Agencies: Us Army Corps of Engineers
System IDs & References
- Parent Organization ID: 130.0
- Parent Recreation Area ID: 493
- Parks Parent Org IDs: 130.0
- Parks Parent Rec Area IDs: 493
URL Slugs & Navigation
- State Slug: texas
- Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
- Park Type Slug: lakes-and-reservoirs
- Parent Park Slug: belton-lake
Additional Park Information
Data Reference Notes
Managing Agency Slug: us-army-corps-of-engineers
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