Temples Lake
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. The 12,300-acre lake is located on the Leon River, just upstream of the confluence of the Leon River and the Little River.
The park has one group shelter called Temple's Pavilion that must be reserved. There are also 62 picnic sites that do not need reservations. The park has excellent water access and convenient amenities, including flush toilets, drinking water and showers.
Need to Know
Gatehouse hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Temples Lake Park is closed to day use business from October 1 through March 1 of each year. During this time, the day use areas are closed, but the entrance road and north ramp remain open for boat launch. Pavillion will also be available for reservations.
Temple's Pavilion users must see the gate attendant upon arrival for the combination to the pavilion gate
- Due to the area's popularity, the park may temporarily close early each day due to overcrowding. Visitors to the pavilion are encouraged to arrive early to avoid park closures that would prevent their entry until the closure is lifted.
This park is day-use only; overnight camping is prohibited.
Please do not occupy shelter prior to 8 a.m. to allow for cleaning services.
For additional information, contact 254-742-3050 or visit the lake website
Glass containers are not allowed in Temple's Lake Park.
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Title 36 CFR governs the public use of water resources development projects administered by the Chief of Engineers. Visitors to any Corps project are bound by these Title 36 regulations, which are enforced by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Visit the "Additional Information" section of this website for a copy of the rules and regulations.
Natural Features
The facility is directly on the shores of Belton lake with mostly open sunny spaces, occasionally dotted with trees.
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.
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.
Recreation
Temples Lake Park is a destination for boaters and anglers. Popular fish species include hybrid striped bass, largemouth bass, white bass, catfish and sunfish. Visitors can also make use of a swimming beach, volleyball and basketball courts and a playground in the facility.
Contact Information
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14190 FM 2305 BELTON TX 76513
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 254-780-2461
Rental Options
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Driving Directions
From Interstate 35 in Temple, Texas take the Farm-to-Market Road 2305/Adams exit. Travel west on 2305 to the park.
