Lower and Upper Coffee Camp Day Use Areas

Lower Coffee Camp Day Use Area is located 9 miles east of Springville, CA, along the Middle Fork of the Tule River via State Highway 190.  In spite of the name, this and Upper Coffee Camp are day use areas only.  There are 38 parking sites available; 19 in the Lower, and 19 in the Upper area. No trailers are allowed, restrooms and tables are provided. Refer to the fire restrictions section on the home page regarding use of gas operated stoves, if permitted with a current California Campfire Permit.

Lower Coffee Camp is open all year and Upper Coffee Camp will open during the summer season. Operationg Hours: Lower - daily from sunrise to sunset, Upper - 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thursday - Monday. Water is provided at both during the summer.  Elevation is 2,000 feet.  Fishing season is open year around on the Tule River. Fish and Wildlife regulations and other supplies are available in Springville. The day use fee is $12.00 per day per vehicle.

WARNING - Entering the river is dangerous; the water can be cold, with swift currents and extremely slippery rocks. California Campfire Permits are Required for gas operated stoves (shut off valve required).

ExplorUS
All developed campground areas on the Forest operate under a concessionaire permit with ExplorUS. For additional information, please visit ExplorUS - Hospitality Management (goexplorus.com) or call their home office at 559-745-4209.