Access Site
TX
Fort Hood Recreation Area
State: Texas
County: Bell
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 31.13866, -97.54570
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Nolan Creek at South Penelope, Belton, TX
4.8 mi away
Leon Rv near Belton, TX
4.8 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Fort Hood Recreation Area offers a convenient boat ramp for accessing Belton Lake via Cowhouse Creek in the Belton area of Bell County. This U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-operated facility features a two-lane concrete ramp with parking available for vehicles and trailers. The ramp provides free access for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to launch into the lake system.
To reach the access point from Belton, take FM 439 west from Texas 317 and follow park signs to the launch area on the east shore of the lake. The facility is situated downlake in a convenient location for paddlers exploring Belton Lake. For current conditions, hours, or facility updates, contact the USACE directly at (254) 939-2461. The surrounding area offers additional recreation opportunities and nearby historical sites including the Stage Coach Inn in Salado.
To reach the access point from Belton, take FM 439 west from Texas 317 and follow park signs to the launch area on the east shore of the lake. The facility is situated downlake in a convenient location for paddlers exploring Belton Lake. For current conditions, hours, or facility updates, contact the USACE directly at (254) 939-2461. The surrounding area offers additional recreation opportunities and nearby historical sites including the Stage Coach Inn in Salado.
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Belton Lake
Located within
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