Closed
— Closed for the winter season. The campground closes November 1 and typically reopens in spring.
About
South Tule Campground is located at Success Lake in the Sierra Nevada foothills, approximately 8 miles east of Porterville, California. As part of the Tule Recreation Area managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, this campground offers dry camping sites without hookups on the northeastern shore of the lake.
Success Lake provides excellent opportunities for water-based recreation when full, covering 2,450 surface acres. The lake is popular for boating, kayaking, water skiing, sailing, and swimming. Anglers can fish for bass, crappie, catfish, bluegill, and occasional trout. A marina nearby provides boating supplies, fuel, and rentals. Boat ramps are available on-site.
The campground sits in an area with sparse stands of trees, providing limited shade. Summer temperatures regularly exceed 100 degrees. In spring, wildflowers bloom on the surrounding foothills, creating colorful displays. The area is suitable for hiking, biking, and wildlife observation. Campground gates operate with restricted hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Directions
From State Highway 99, take Highway 190 east for approximately 25 miles. Follow signs to Success Lake and the campground entrance.
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