- The list below includes 43 free or cheap things to do in or near Temple, Texas, including 45 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Playgrounds, Movie Theaters and History Museums.
- From Whistle Stop Park to West Temple Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Temple and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Belton, Killeen, Salado and Fort Hood.
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7.7 Miles
Documenting the rich history of Bell County, Texas, the Bell County Museum is a great educational and interactive museum for all ages. Exhibits include life on a cotton farm, cabin tours, stories of the wild south, and much more.
7.8 Miles
Waterside Sports is a family owned and operated business that offers personalized water sports services. The company has paddle boards, kayaks, and private lessons and also gives a 10% discount to all public service personnel.
9.3 Miles
Expanding across several counties, Belton Lake offers a large lake with boat ramps, swimming beaches, parks, and more. The beaches are situated in shallow water that allows visitors to walk out into the lake.
10.0 Miles
Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy a visit to White Flint Park. Fishing, camping and boating are among the popular activities. Take a walk along one of the many nature trails and admire a variety of animals, even an occasional bald eagle.
10.4 Miles
Located off the 12,300-acre Belton Lake, Westcliff Park has miles of shoreline to enjoy. Facilities at the park include tent and RV campgrounds, a beach for swimming, and grilling areas.
11.7 Miles
Stillhouse Hollow Lake is a public lake tucked away in Bell County, providing great views from the many hiking trails. Camping, fishing, and water skiing are some of the most popular activities for lake-goers.
12.7 Miles
BLORA stands for Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area, and Sierra Beach Blora offers a variety of recreation amenities. The area offers a free waterslide, good swimming, and scenic picnic areas for visitors.
13.0 Miles
Over 1,500 acres of land are available for horseback riding at the Blora Ranch, which has the longer name of Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area Ranch. A wide range of horses are available for riders including ponies for children under 11 years old.
14.5 Miles
Blora Paintball is a paintball park offering open play, equipment rentals, and other amenities for its guests to enjoy. The facility contains four different fields that are open for play to those who visit.
15.0 Miles
Open to the public during the daytime throughout the week is the Salado Sculpture Garden. Cast bronze sculptures are provided by celebrated Salado artists for this original exhibit with more soon to follow.