Belknap Campground
Located 19 miles east of Springville, California, take State Highway 190 to the community of Camp Nelson. Turn onto Nelson Drive and follow the signs through town.
Elevation is 4,800 feet. Open from April 15 - October 31 depending on weather conditions. The campground has 15 single family units. No trailers or RVs allowed. Vault toilets, potable water, tables, and BBQ stoves are provided. Nearby hiking trails pass through giant sequoia groves.
Belknap Creek runs through the campground and the Middle Fork of the Tule River is within walking distance. Fishing is available year around in the Tule River Drainage with a valid CA Fishing License.
Consult CA Dept of Fish & Wildlife for specific regulations. Supplies are available at Camp Nelson and Pierpoint Springs located within 2 miles of the campground.
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
Reservations
Make Reservations HereReservations for this campground can be made by visiting Recreation.gov or calling 877-444-6777.
General Information
May 2 - October 11, 2025
Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m.
No trailers or RVs allowed.
Overnight Use:
Single Site: $34 per night
6-foot leash requirement
Contact Name: ExplorUs - Hospitality Management (goexplorus.com)
Contact Phone: 559-745-4209
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: 35.98097921
Longitude: -118.74702
Directions
From Springville, CA, proceed east on State highway 190 approximately 15miles to Nelson Drive. Proceed east on Nelson Drive, approximately onemile, to Belknap Campground.
Parking
No additional vehicles
Facility and Amenity Information
Restrooms
Restrooms are available at this site.
Water
Potable water is available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
