Belton Lake offers multiple public boat ramps operated by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, with the primary access points including two-lane concrete ramps at locations like Belton Lakeview Park, Temple Lake Park, and Cedar Ridge Park.

Most ramps are free or low-cost, open year-round with 24-hour access at many locations, and feature amenities such as parking, courtesy docks, and restrooms.

Note that zebra mussels have been confirmed in the reservoir, so all boats, livewells, and bait buckets must be drained of water before leaving the area.