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Created in 1989 following the merger of two distinct settlements, Little River-Academy, Texas is a small city that clusters to the north of the Little River. It was first settled back in 1836 when Fort Griffin was built near the river, with a community soon developing to defend itself from Native American attacks.
Little River-Academy’s proximity to the Bell County seat of Temple and the historic town of Belton make it a popular place to rent an RV, with a range of recreational lakes and reserves on its doorstep. It’s also within proximity to the bright lights of Austin and the city of Waco.
Pick up your camper rental in Little River-Academy and drive west to Stillhouse Hollow Lake, a human-made reservoir that’s dotted with leafy parks. There are rocky beaches and sandy bluffs from where you can take a dip in the waters or try your luck at luring largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and channel catfish while fishing. The southern shores of the lake are home to wetlands that were created to attract birds and wildlife while the sprawling recreational area of Dana Peak Park hugs the northern shores.
Or, spend a day at the Fort Hood Recreation Area, which lies along the southwestern shores of Belton Lake. It’s a popular fishing destination, with bass, sunfish, crappie, and bluegills all well stocked, as well as offering a range of watercraft rentals that include kayaks, wakeboards, and tubes. There’s a good variety of mountain biking and horseback riding trails to suit all levels of riders, not to mention a 53-foot outdoor climbing wall and paintball arena.
If you want to stretch your legs, the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge is the place to head, with numerous hiking trails winding between its steep canyons, prairies, and woodland forests. It was established to conserve vital habitat of the golden-cheeked warbler and the black-capped vireo, which can occasionally be spotted from the Shin Oak Observation Deck. For spectacular views of the Texas Hill Country, embark on the 2.2-mile-long Rimrock Trail that takes you to the top of the Edwards Plateau.
Pick up your motorhome rental in Little River-Academy and pull into one of the RV sites at the Belton RV Park. It features a range of recreational facilities that include a swimming pool and exercise room, as well as a laundry facility and Wi-Fi connection.
Also nearby is the TranQuil RV Park in Salado, which welcomes both small RVs and big rigs at their 20, 30 or 50-amp full hookup sites. Surrounded by countryside and a stone’s throw from a fishing lake, it also features on-site laundry facilities, a picnic area, and Wi-Fi facilities.
You can also rent a motorhome in Little River-Academy and book one of the basic RV sites at the Dana Peak Park Campground, which is situated on a peninsula that juts into Stillhouse Hollow Lake. There are electric hookups, flush toilets, and showers available, as well as a boat ramp and numerous picnic sites.
Pick up your RV rental near Little River-Academy and discover how the railroads transformed Bell County at the Temple Railroad & Heritage Museum. It’s housed within the elegant Santa Fe Depot and packed with railroad artifacts and equipment in what is still a working railroad yard. If you’re particularly interested in the region’s history, make a point of visiting the Bell County Museum on the main street of Belton, which has an impressive collection of permanent exhibits that detail the people and events that have shaped the region.
If you’re traveling with kids, they can cool off at one of the two water parks near Little River-Academy. Both offer a range of different pools to suit all ages, as well as water slides and lazy rivers where you can while away a summer afternoon. Settle in under one of the beach umbrellas or pavilions, and you'll find plenty of snack food stands where you can grab a bite to eat throughout the day.
Little River-Academy also makes a good base for exploring the city of Austin, which is just over an hour’s drive to the south. Visit the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library and Museum, which details the president's life and political career, then admire the soaring granite and marble architecture of the Texas State Capitol. Stroll through the beautiful Zilker Botanical Garden and dig for fossils at the Austin Nature and Science Center, then discover the legendary live music scene for which Austin is renowned.
Little River-Academy is home to a small supermarket where you can stock up on grocery supplies, as well as a couple of fast food eateries and restaurants. There’s also a gas station if you want to fill up your RV rental in Little River-Academy or you can make the 15-minute drive north to Temple where there’s a more extensive range of services.
Whether you’re visiting Bell County for its fishing reservoirs or historic cities, book an RV in Little River-Academy and start your tour of Texas.
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