USACE, Sacramento District Public Affairs Office · Data Source: Recreation.gov
About
Overview 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. 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. Facilities 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. 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. Contact Info For local information, please call (559) 783-9200 or call (559) 784-0215 for general information.
Around this stay
Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.
- 1.3 mi
fuel station
Eagle Feather Trading Post
- 4.0 mi
grocery
Apple Market
- 18 mi
trailhead
Trail Of 100 Giants Trailhead
- 1.2 mi
attraction
Success Dam Vista Point
- 10 mi
recreation site
The Stairs River Access
No dump station found within ~25 mi. Plan dump access before you arrive.
Contact & access
- 30300 CA-190 · Porterville , CA 93257
- 559-784-0215
Reservations & demand
October weekends are typically reserved about 6 days ahead.
Based on 151 Recreation.gov reservations (Oct 2023–Sep 2024). Historical demand — not live availability.
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Source and verification
Last verified: 10/5/2026
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