 Belton Lake has been stocked with species of fish intended to improve the utility of the reservoir for recreational fishing.Fish present in Belton Lake include largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass , Striped Bass , Catfish , Bluegills , Minnows

In addition to maintaining the dam that creates the reservoir, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers maintains recreational facilities at the lake, including Live Oak Ridge Park, Cedar Ridge Park, Winkler Park, White Flint Park, and Westcliff Park.Under the auspices of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers the Miller Springs Alliance oversees the Miller Springs Nature Center located adjacent to Belton Dam.