Hidden View

Hensley Lake

Hidden View Campground is located at Hensley Lake in the foothills of central California, 50 miles north of Fresno. The lake area offers many recreational opportunities, such as swimming, water skiing, fishing and hiking, and attracts a growing number of visitors per year. It is within a short drive to Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, as well as Sierra National Forest.

The 1,500-acre lake was created by the construction of Hidden Dam on the Fresno River. With over 20 miles of shoreline, it is a popular vacation spot for families and those who enjoy water activities.

Hidden View campground provides 55 campsites including two group campsites. Some sites have electric hookups, and all campsites are located within walking distance of the lake and boat ramp.

Notifications and Alerts

*UPDATE* Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake has a new WASTE MANAGEMENT system. In various locations throughout the campground and day use areas, there are sets of TRASH and RECYCLING roller bins. We ask that customers do their part in helping us put the right waste in the correct bin. If an area does not have ANY roller bins, customers are asked to follow the "Pack-it-in Pack-it-out" rules. Any questions can be directed to the Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake staff.

Need to Know

A one-wheeled camping unit (Camper / RV) limit per site is stickly enforced. You may have an unlimited amounts of tents per site dependant on space of site and number of occupants (MAX of 8 people).
A two-vehicle limit per site is strictly enforced (RV's are counted as a vehicle); all extra vehicles must be parked in other available parking areas and require a daily $10 day-use fee. Each site has at least one parking stall available. Subsequent vehicles will be required to park in a seperate overflow parking area.
Don't Move Firewood: Protect your forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.
Check in time starts at 3:00pm on the first day of a reservation and camprers are required to vacate their site by 12:00pm on the last day of their reservation.
For more information, please call 559-831-7040 or email hensley-info@usace.army.mil

Natural Features

Hidden View is located on the shores of Hensley Lake and is surrounded by the oak woodlands of the Sierra Nevada foothills, offering a mixture of sun and shade.

The area has significant historical value as it was once home to the Miwok and Yokut Native American Tribes.

Nearby Attractions

Yosemite National Park is about one hour north, and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are about 1.5 hours southeast of the facility.

Yosemite National Park

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

Recreation

The area is packed with opportunities for outdoor fun. Campers enjoy boating, water skiing and fishing on the water. Bank fishermen have easy access to the lake's shoreline.

Lake fishing is particularly good in the coves where largemouth black bass, crappie, bluegill and catfish are found in abundance. Rainbow trout are stocked in the lake each winter.

On the other side of the lake, there is a swim beach, a disc golf course and a hiking, mountain biking and equestrian trail. One hiking trail is located within walking distance of the campground.

Educational programs are offered by request. Please call the Park Headquarters at 559-831-7040.

Contact Information

Mailing

PO Box 85 RAYMOND CA 93653-0085

Physical

25207 Road 407 Raymond CA 93653-0085

Phone Number

For campground inquiries, please call: 559-673-5151

Rental Options

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Driving Directions

From south of Fresno: Take SR 99 to SR 41 north and go 21 miles to SR 145. Turn left on 145 and go 8.4 miles to Road 33. Turn right on Road 33, and go one mile to Road 400. Take a right onto 400 and go 7.1 miles to Road 603. Turn left and go 1 mile to Road 407. Take a right on 407 and drive 1.7 miles to the campground.

From south of Madera: Take SR 99 north to exit 153B. Bear right onto Madera Ave. and go .3 miles to Gateway. Turn left and drive .2 miles to the traffic light at Yosemite Ave. (SR 145). Turn right and go 7.2 miles to Road 33. Turn left on Road 33, and go 1 mile to Road 400. Take a right onto 400 and go 7.1 miles to Road 603. Turn left and go 1 mile to Road 407. Take a right on 407 and drive 1.7 miles to the campground.

From north of Madera: Take State Route 99 south to exit 153B. Exit onto Olive Ave. Turn left onto Madera Ave. and go .3 miles to Gateway. Turn left and drive .2 miles to the traffic light at Yosemite Ave. (SR 145). Turn right and go 7.2 miles to Road 33. Turn left on Road 33, and go one mile to Road 400. Take a right onto 400 and go 7.1 miles to Road 603. Turn left and go 1 mile to Road 407. Take a right on 407 and drive 1.7 miles to the campground.

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