Tule
Tule Campground is located at Success Lake in the Sierra Nevada foothills just 8 miles east of Porterville, California. A variety of outdoor recreational activities abound, including boating, kayaking and fishing. During the summer, join Park Rangers for Campfire Programs, fun activities, and giveaways every Saturday evening at the campground registration building.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 78 |
| Standard with electric | 23 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 80 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
101 sites in 2 loops. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | Power | Water / sewer | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | NTUL | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 002 | NTUL | Electric | Back-in | 55 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | |
| 003 | NTUL | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | NTUL | Electric | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | Yes |
| 005 | NTUL | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | NTUL | Standard | Back-in | 45 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | NTUL | Electric | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | 50/30/50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | |
| 009 | NTUL | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | |
| 010 | NTUL | Electric | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 50 amp | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | Yes | |
| 011 | NTUL | Standard | Back-in | 50 | Paved | Partial | No | Yes / – | 8 / 4 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | Electric, water |
| Max vehicle length | 80 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Sites 004, 054, 056 are listed accessible |
The campground is open year round and offers 103 sites, several of which have electric hookups. Flush toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station are provided. Playgrounds and boat ramps are located on-site. Campfire programs are presented at the amphitheater on Saturdays from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend. Campground gates are closed from 10p.m. to 6 a.m.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
30300 CA-190, Porterville, CA 93257. Head towards Porterville CA. In Porterville take SR190 east towards Lake Success/Camp Nelson for approximately 12 miles. Turn left on Success Valley Dr/Ave160.
| Nearest town | Porterville, California |
| Coordinates | 36.0803° N, 118.9022° W · Directions ↗ |
Fire nearby
- WildfireCyrus
38 mi from the campground · 543 acres · 95% contained
- WildfireLand
41 mi from the campground · 20 acres
- PrescribedGrant Grove Fall Rx
46 mi from the campground
- PrescribedGrant Grove Rx Spring
47 mi from the campground · 15 acres
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Sportsman's Warehouse ↗ | 27 mi |
| RV sales & service | RV sales & service ↗ | 27.5 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 30.6 mi |
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Explore
Video
Tule Campground @ Success Lake | Annual Family Camping Trip | Best sunset
Public land it sits in
This campground sits inside Sequoia National Forest.
- inSequoia National Forest ↗National Forest · Forest Service · 1,160,053 acres
- 13.2 miBlue Ridge National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 906 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
Success Lake, when full, covers 82,500 acre-feet of water with a surface area of 2,450 acres. One acre-foot is equal to 325,872 gallons of water! The campground sits on the northeastern shore of the lake, in an area dotted with sparse stands of trees. Shade is limited, but springtime wildflowers bloom on the surrounding foothills, creating a beautiful display of color.
Recreation
The lake provides great opportunities for boating and swimming. Kayaking the lake's quiet, unpopulated coves is a favorite activity. Anglers fish for bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill and the occasional trout.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Tule?
Sites at Tule are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Tule?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 1:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Tule have?
104 sites, including 78 standard sites without power and 23 standard sites with power.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Tule?
Recreation.gov lists no practical vehicle capacity limit for the largest site here, which usually means pull-through or open parking. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Does Tule have hookups?
Yes, electric and water hookups at some sites.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there showers or a dump station at Tule?
Flush toilets, showers, drinking water and a dump station are provided.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are pets allowed at Tule?
Yes, pets are allowed at Tule. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Tule?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. As of 2026-10-16, there are 4 active fires within 50 miles, so check current restrictions before you light one.
Source: Fire nearby
Are there accessible sites at Tule?
Sites 004, 054, and 056 are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Tule?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE and AT&T 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Tule?
The lake provides great opportunities for boating and swimming. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Tule?
Porterville, California.
Source: Getting there