Tuttle Creek campground
Tuttle Creek
One interesting fact about the Tuttle Creek area is that it was once home to the Lone Pine Paiute-Shoshone Indian Reservation, which was established in 1910. Today, the reservation is a popular tourist destination for visitors to the area.
The best time of year to visit the Tuttle Creek Camping Area is during the spring and fall, when temperatures are cooler and the weather is generally more pleasant. Average temperatures during the spring months (March - May) range from 35°F to 70°F, while temperatures during the fall months (September - November) range from 40°F to 75°F. Overall, the Tuttle Creek Camping Area is a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the natural beauty of the Eastern Sierra region.
What's on-site at Tuttle Creek
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 Tuttle Creek, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama Hills Dispersed | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lone Pine | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Diaz Lake | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Portagee Joe | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Whitney Portal | ✓ | ✓ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Tuttle Creek -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Marble Fork Kaweah R Ab Horse C Nr Lodgepole Ca | 90 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Cholollo Campground Nr Porterville Ca | 19 cfs | → |
| Sf Tule R Nr Reservation Bndry Nr Porterville Ca | 32 cfs | → |
| Sf Kern R Nr Onyx Ca | 101 cfs | → |
| Deer C Nr Fountain Springs Ca | 21 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Tuttle Creek -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Lakes | 0.5 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Charlotte Lake | 2.6 in | 251.4 in | → |
| Nohrsc Casa Vieja Meadows | 169.8 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beach Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Blackcap Basin Goes | 15.9 in | -2.5 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
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 Tuttle Creek as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tuttle Creek
Can I make reservations at Tuttle Creek?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
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 Tuttle Creek?
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 Tuttle Creek.