Tule Rec Area campground
Tule Rec Area
The campground amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, potable water, and vault toilets. The camping area is first-come, first-served, and offers 22 campsites that can accommodate tents or RVs up to 40 feet in length. The campground also has a boat ramp and fishing pier.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once a Japanese internment camp during World War II. The camp housed over 18,000 Japanese Americans and Japanese immigrants from 1942 to 1946.
The best time to visit the Tule Recreation Area camping area is from May to September when the weather is warm and dry, with average temperatures ranging from 55°F to 85°F. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful views and participate in outdoor activities during this time.
Overall, the Tule Recreation Area camping area is a great destination for nature lovers and history buffs alike, providing a unique camping experience in a beautiful setting.
What's on-site at Tule Rec Area
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Tule Rec Area, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rocky Hill | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Belknap Campground | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Coffee Camp | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wishon Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Wishon | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tule Rec Area -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sf Tule R Nr Reservation Bndry Nr Porterville Ca | 34 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Fountain Springs Ca | 19 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Cholollo Campground Nr Porterville Ca | 20 cfs | → |
| Marble Fork Kaweah R Ab Horse C Nr Lodgepole Ca | 133 cfs | → |
| Sf Kern R Nr Onyx Ca | 121 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tule Rec Area -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Casa Vieja Meadows | 169.8 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cottonwood Lakes | 0.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Olivewood Mini Park
- Zalud Park
- Hayes Field
- Burton Ballfields
- Blue Ridge National Wildlife Refuge
- Harvard Park
Boat launches
Fishing spots
- Success Lake
- Lake Success
- Tule River
- Balch Park Lakes, Western Lake
- Balch Park Lakes, Eastern Lake
- Bone Creek
Paddle runs
- Camp Wishon To Confluence With Middle Fork Tule River
- Nf Boundary With Sequoia Np To Nf Boundary
- Nf Boundary To Camp Wishon
- Outlet Of Green Meadows North Of The Windy Gap And Windy Ridges (Boundary Extend 0.25 Mile On Each Side Of River) To Bridge Above South Fork Campground
- Nf Boundary To Table Meadows Creek
- Table Meadow Creek To Kern River
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Tule Rec Area as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tule Rec Area
Can I make reservations at Tule Rec Area?
Yes -- this campground accepts reservations. Snoflo recommends booking early for peak season; check the operator (Recreation.gov / state park system / private operator) for the booking window and cancellation policy.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Tule Rec Area?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Tule Rec Area.