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Wishon Campground

Open year around, Wishon Campground is located 12 miles east of Springville via State Highway 190 and Camp Wishon Road (M208) (along the North Fork of the Middle Fork of the Tule River).  Elevation is 4,000 feet.

The campground has 31 single family units and 4 double family units.  Some units can accommodate recreational vehicles up to maximum length of 24 feet.  Vault toilets, potable water, tables, and BBQ stoves are provided.  There are five bear boxes at  five separate sites. 

The Doyle Springs Trail leading to Mt. Home State Forest is accessible from the campground; also, there is a self-guided nature trail at the site.  Fishing is available year around on the Tule River Drainage.  Consult the CA Department of Fish & Wildlife for specific regulations.  Supplies are available at Springville.

Cabin rental available onsite, reserve through reservation service listed.

WARNING - Entering the river is dangerous; watch out for swift water, treacherous currents, and slippery rocks.

Campfire permits are required for campfires, barbeques, and camp stoves. Permits are available at your local Ranger Station or online at Campfire Permit - Ready for Wildfire.

ExplorUS

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

General Information

May 2 - Nov 22, 2025

Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.

Overnight Use:
Single Non-Electric Site: $34-68 per night

Campsite fees range from $34/night for single unit, $68/night for double unit.  

6-foot Leash Required

Contact Name: ExplorUs - Hospitality Management (goexplorus.com)

Contact Phone: 559-745-4209

Photo of the Western Divide Ranger District Office taken 6/24/2025

Address: 32588 Highway 190 Springville, CA 93265
Phone: 559-539-2607
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 36.13789469

Longitude: -118.6611869

Directions

To reach the cabin from Porterville, take Highway 190 East. Continue through Springville approximately 8 miles to Wishon Drive. Turn left on Wishon Drive and travel approximately 4 miles. The cabin is at the entrance to Wishon Campground on the right hand side of the road. From Bakersfield, take Highway 65 North to Highway 190 east and follow the directions above.

Parking

Additional vehicle, $8.00

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Last updated June 26th, 2025