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Westcliff

Westcliff Camping

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly

About 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.

Number of accommodations: 28

Campground Amenities

  • Pet Friendly
    Pet Friendly
  • Lake Access
    Lake Access
  • Dump Station
    Dump Station

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Currently open - Mar 1 to Oct 31

Sites & Availability

28 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 01, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 02, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 03, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 04, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 05, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 06, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 07, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 08, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 09, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 10, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 11, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 12, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 13, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 14, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 15, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 16, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 17, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 18, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 19, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 20, Loop: LOWE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 21, Loop: UPPE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 23, Loop: UPPE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 24, Loop: UPPE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
🚐 25, Loop: UPPE
50 Amp · Water & Electric
$30.00
/ per night
T-01, Loop: TENT
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
T-02, Loop: TENT
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
T-03, Loop: TENT
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night
T-04, Loop: TENT
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
$20.00
/ per night

Reviews (164)

What Guests Are Saying

Westcliff offers a beautiful, peaceful location with friendly and helpful staff, making it a favorite for many campers. The park features clean campsites, well-maintained facilities, and a stunning lakeside setting, perfect for swimming and relaxation. However, there are some concerns regarding noise from jet skis and the need for better maintenance of picnic shelter roofs and weeds, which could enhance the overall experience.

Review Summary

4.2
164 reviews
5
56.7%
93
4
20.1%
33
3
11.0%
18
2
6.1%
10
1
6.1%
10

Chris C

Verified

May 8, 2022 Stayed at: 14, Loop: LOWE

4

We usually come here frequently, but the DOG ON LEASH RULES are never enforced Site 13 has had a dog there all week unleashed and comes into other sites and sometimes does his business, I have called the park rangers and they showed up went and talked to these folks as soon as the rangers leave the dogs run loose is there any reason these high school rangers don’t enforce the rules, it’s crap if a dog ever bites one of my grandkids is the C.O.E. Responsible or what, start enforcing this dog rules or don’t enforce any rules!! Rant over

Stephanie S

Verified

May 6, 2022 Stayed at: 16, Loop: LOWE

5

Loved this spot! Close to the water.

DENIS R

Verified

May 5, 2022 Stayed at: T-04, Loop: TENT

4

Great spot, right on the shore and away from the RV’s. Lots of loose unattended dogs that hang around the campsite. Seems like they are from the house on the hill which is disappointing.

william W

Verified

May 1, 2022 Stayed at: 06, Loop: LOWE

5

We had loads of fun.
It would be nice if all parks was on the same page as far as rules and regulations go.

Vickie G

Verified

May 1, 2022 Stayed at: 05, Loop: LOWE

1

The park has really gone downhill regarding appearance since last year. There are weeds under the picnic table and growing in the granite around the picnic table. The grass has not been mowed. No one is maintaining this park! Such a disappointment from the years before. The office staff were friendly and awesome but this park is a big disappointment

Richard E

Verified

April 29, 2022 Stayed at: 10, Loop: LOWE

4

very good

Bambi H

Verified

April 18, 2022 Stayed at: 08, Loop: LOWE

2

The park was not secure. In the evening, people who did not have the gate code were jumping the curb and coming in to the park. They did not have a site there. They rode through several times during the night like the get may have been scoping things out to steal. The sheriff had to be called two times. An intoxicated person in a keep was driving all through the grass and then drove down to the water. She had to be arrested. Then another incident resulted in the sheriff being called out occurred. Don’t know what that was about. The park definitely does not have the secure and relaxing feel it once had. That was probably our last trip to Westcliff.

Melaney D

Verified

April 18, 2022 Stayed at: 20, Loop: LOWE

4

there were some campers next to my daughter that partied loud with music very late on Saturday night.
other than that, everything was clean, peaceful, other campers, including my daughter, are repeat campers.

Patti M

Verified

April 15, 2022 Stayed at: 16, Loop: LOWE

4

Westcliff is a gem of a park. We loved being steps from the water for fishing, kayaking and letting the dog swim. The restrooms are immaculate and the staff is super friendly.

Don K

Verified

April 10, 2022 Stayed at: 20, Loop: LOWE

5

atindance were outstanding very nice and helpfull

Location Westcliff

Address:
4200 Westcliff Rd
Belton, TX, 76513
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 31.115 / -97.5176

Elevation: 191 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
General

Day Use: West Cliff Park has Day Use areas. Parking is based on first-come, first-serve. Day Use hours are 5 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. Once on-site, follow the posted instructions to pay via QR code or from pay machine near the gatehouse. For additional information, you can download and sign into the free Recreation.gov Mobile App on Android or iOS prior to your arrival to make sure you can access the site when you scan the QR code to pay your fee.

General

Gatehouse: Gatehouse attendant available Thursday-Sunday beginning March 1st through October 31st. Limited quantities and types of America The Beautiful and USACE passes will be available.NO CASH/CHECK PAYMENTS ACCEPTED, Credit Card Only.

General

Camping Check In/Out: Check-in time is 3 p.m. and check-out time is prior to 2 p.m. Early check-ins will not be permitted. See your recreation.gov confirmation e-mail for your 4-digit gate code, which will be located at the bottom of the email.*Camping at any one or more sites at any one water resource (Lake) project for a period of longer than 14 days during any 30-consecutive-day period is prohibited without written permission of the District Commander.*

General

Park Specifics: West Cliff Park is open seasonally with camping closures from Nov 1 - March 1. Day use areas are open year-round.
West Cliff Park will be enforcing a 2 car per-site rule. The first camper to check-in for each site will receive all parking passes. Additional day-use parking may be purchased for additional vehicles/visitors and will be required to park in overflow areas located throughout the park. Parking on grass or roadways is prohibited.

General

Dumping: RV/Trailer tank discharging is only allowed in designated dump stations. Discharge of holding tanks to include "grey water" is probited in all other locations, to include campsite areas. 
Washing of Vehicles/RVs/Trailers/Boats is considered dumping of "grey water", and is not permitted in the parks.  
Dumping of household trash (to include vehicle/boat/trailer parts) on USACE properties/parks is prohibited, including park dumpsters. 
Violations of the aforementioned rules may result in a citation.

General

Rules & Regulations: Title 36 CFR (EP 1165-2-316) 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 Title 36 section of this website for a copy of the rules and regulations or visit the local lake office.

General

Swimming Pools/Inflatables/Bounce Houses/Etc.: Please be advised, waterborne structures such as water slides are not permitted. A lake activity permit is required for the use of inflatable structures such as inflatable slides, bounce houses, or moon bounces. Lake activity permits can be requested through the Belton Lake Office Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm at 254-742-3050. Small swimming pools are permitted in the park. Swimming pools may not exceed a water depth of 5 inches, height of 7 inches, width of 48 inches and length of 48 inches. Swimming pools must be moved to a new location each day to prevent damage to the ground surface.

General

Golf Carts/Off-Road/Motorized Vehicles (UTVs/ATVs/OHVs/Motorized Bikes):: By permit only, please call the Belton Lake Office for more information at 254-742-3050 Mon-Fri (8a-4:30p). Off-road vehicles are not permitted in Corps parks unless they are registered, insured, and highway legal. If applicable, they are restricted to paved road-ways only and follow all vehicle regulations while operated in the parks. 

General

Events: Fishing tournaments, events/parties, especially those with inflatables or special equipment, require an approved Lake Activity Permit from the Belton Lake Office.

General

Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit DontMoveFirewood Website for further information. Cutting of trees for firewood is prohibited on USACE property.

General

For More Information: For more information, call the Belton Lake Office at 254-742-3050 Mon-Fri (8a-430p) or visit the Belton Lake Website .  
ALWAYS WEAR A LIFE-JACKET! 

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