Airport Beach Shelter
AIRPORT BEACH SHELTER
Part of Waco Lake
Overview
Airport Beach Shelter, located on one of Waco Lake's sandy beaches, is ideal for families and friends to enjoy picnicking, sightseeing and water activities, all while staying within the Waco city limits.Facilities
The accessible shelter fits 110 guests, and a picnic area with grills and tables makes the park ideal for large parties and family functions.Natural Features
Airport Beach Park is located on the North Shore of Waco Lake, about a quarter-mile west of the dam. The lake is primarily fed by the Bosque River, which runs for 115 miles through central Texas.Recreation
The main lake shoreline has a large amount of submerged timber, which typically holds fish year-round. Anglers will find plenty of catfish, crappie, large and smallmouth bass as well as sunfish.A swimming beach, boat ramp and dock all help visitors enjoy the lake.
Nearby Attractions
Waco Lake Wetlands educational tours take visitors through a six-acre nursery of aquatic plants and more than 130 species of birds. A zoo is also located nearby.Important Notices
The closing time of Airport Beach Shelter is 8:30 p.m.
Please contact the Waco Lake Project Office (254) 756-5359 to make arrangements to obtain parking passes prior to arrival. Every vehicle must display the pass on their dash or pay the day use fee for the Park.
Vehicles may only be parked in the designated spots for the group shelter. No parking or driving on the grass/shoreline.
Group Shelter must be kept clean, and trash collected at all times.
Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Bounce houses: Bounce houses are prohibited in all areas of the parks excluding reserved group shelters. A permit is required prior to the use of bounce houses at any group shelter (size limitations may apply). Bounce houses that include water features are prohibited throughout the entirety of the parks, including group shelters. Bounce houses must be attended by an adult at all times.
All recreation users at Waco Lake are subject to following Title 36 at all times. Title 36 can be found here: https://www.swf-wc.usace.army.mil/waco/pdf/Title36.pdf
Notifications and Alerts
Airport Beach is closed due to essential construction and improvement projects. For your safety, access is prohibited during the construction period. We encourage visitors to explore other nearby recreation areas on Waco Lake. Please visit our agency website for additional information or call the Waco Lake Office for any questions you may have. (254) 756-5359
Available Activities
- Fishing - Fishing
- Camping - Camping
- Boating - Boating
- Swimming - Swimming
Directions
From I-35 take Lake Shore Drive exit (Exit 339) and drive west to Steinbeck Bend Road. Turn right and proceed to second stop light. At intersection with FM1637 (China Spring Highway) turn right. Go to next stop light (Flat Rock Road). Turn left and drive approximately 1 mile to Skeet Eason Road. Turn left and drive about a 1/2 mile. Airport Beach Park is on the second road to the right.
Contact Information
Phone: 254-756-5359
3800 SKEET EASONWACO, TX 76708
