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Lake Activities at BLORA
Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area
Phone: (254) 287-4907
Beach Phone: (254) 287-6644
Boat Dock Phone: (254) 287-5526
Marine Recreation Office Phone: (254) 287-6073
Water Slide Phone: (254) 288-2928
Security Phone: (254) 287-8303
Water activity (Sierra Beach swim area, waterslide, paddleboat dock and Kid's auto Wash) hours of operation are now open 7 days per week, 1000-2000, until further notice--actual closing date of these facilities, at the end of the summer season, will depend on the daily lake water temperature reading during the months of Oct and/or November.
Covered family picnic shelters are located adjacent to the beach. The snack bar sells refreshments and features a patio deck that overlooks the beach area and beautiful Belton Lake. More than 300 family picnic sites and 143 covered picnic shelters, many with barbecue grills are scattered throughout the park.
| Summer Schedule |
| 1 May - 31 Oct Wed-Sun & hol 10am-8pm closed Mon and Tues
Operating hours dependent upon availability of lifeguards.
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| Boat Rental |
Fishing, ski and party boats are available for rent at the boat dock. Fishing tours, fishing contests, and weekend lake tours are also offered.
Party boats may be reserved in advance; all other watercraft items are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The marina resale store sells bait, food, drinks, & fishing accessories.
Open to the public.
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Marina hours
Winter Season (October – March):
Open Wednesday – Sunday, 7 am – 4 pm
Summer Season (April – September):
Open Wednesday – Sunday and holidays, 6 am – 8:30 pm
| Boat Testing |
Open to the Public Unless course certification is desired - Certification is required to operate a boat in Texas. Certificate is $13 and is transferable to other states. Every Texas boater under 18 years of age or born on or after 1 September 1984, must successfully complete an approved boat education course. The law is in effect for boats of 10 horsepower or more, windblown vessels over 14 feet and personal watercraft (i.e. Jet Ski). Course given by Coast Guard Auxiliary. For reservations and additional information, call 254-287-6073/287-5526
Fort Hood Boating Safety Guide | Boater Safety Information |
| Skiing |
| IAW Texas Parks and Wildlife Water Safety Act and Fort Hood Boating Safety rules, there must be a licensed driver (age 17 or older) and a spotter (age 13 or older) for every motorboat towing a person on water skis. Watercraft Rental Contract: Authorized patrons must be 17 years of age or older and possess a valid military I.D. card to complete contract requirements to rent watercraft rental items. Minimum boat rental is a two (2) hour block except for fishing boats. |
| Boat Launch |
| Two boat ramps are available at BLORA, and ample parking space is provided for cars, trucks and trailers. The boat ramps are available for use by all BLORA boating patrons. |
| Boat and RV Storage |
Open and secured dry storage area lots for recreational vehicles are conveniently located at BLORA.
All-weather, open stand lot:
- $2.50/day
- $8/ week
- $200/year (one month discount on annual contract)
All-weather secured/fenced lot:
- $3/day
- $10/week
- $25/month
- $275/year (one month discount on annual contract)
Dry storage is available for use for authorized FMWR users only. Proof of ownership, comprehensive insurance and local contacts must also be provided by users.
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Pavilion Rental and Picnic Areas
Refundable pavilion cleaning deposit, pending clearance by BLORA staff, required upon check in.
- Open pavilions $40
- Lakeview $100
- Hideaway $50
- Live Oak $75
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