Make Your Way to the Famous 'Nature in Lights' in Belton, Tx This Christmas

Nature in Lights is a must see when staying in Belton, Tx. With over a hundred Christmas light displays, spanning just over 5 miles, this event  is fast becoming a family favorite. Some light displays are as much as 40 ft. high, with various themes throughout.

Located in BLORA(Belton Lake Outdoor Recreation Area), on Sparta Rd., Nature in Lights is open to the public from just before Thanksgiving each year, and generally continues until after the New Year.  This year it will open November 7, 2006, and closes January 7, 2007. Hours are from  5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. nightly. Depending on traffic, the drive-through can take anywhere from a quick one hour trip, to up to three hours. Expect some delays as Christmas nears.

Nature in Lights has become a family favorite for all ages in the Belton, Temple, and Killeen area. As you drive the short drive on Sparta Rd., kids will be delighted at the big lighted area as you near the  BLORA entrance. Certain times and dates may cause a rather long wait, but generally the further from the actual holidays of Thanksgiving and Christmas you go, the better your chances of getting to the ticket area, and starting your journey.

You will stay in your car and follow the other vehicles through the maze of light displays. However, Santa's Village has a plethora of crafts and assorted items for sale from local vendors, as well as hot cocoa, and a few other treats are available. You can also get your picture taken with Santa. The pictures are 5 dollars for a small Polaroid picture, that they will put inside a sleeve to protect it for you.

You can also tune your radio to listen to Christmas Carols and other Christmas music favorites while driving through the trail. The displays can also have their own music, so at times that can get pretty distracting. Don't be surprised if some nights in Belton are so warm that you can roll down the windows, and feel a mild breeze.