This recreation area is part of Hensley Lake

This recreation area is part of <a href="http://www.recreation.gov/recreationalAreaDetails.do?contractCode=NRSO&recAreaId=481&agencyCode=130" rel="nofollow">Hensley Lake</a>

Bird's eye view of the campground

Hidden View Campground

## Overview

Buck Ridge group day-use pavillion is located within the Buck Ridge Recreation
Area at Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake. The pavilion has drinking water access,
multiple picnic tables, a large barbeque pit and grill for cooking, two
horseshoe pits and a water-borne restroom for your use.  
  
  
  
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 because of its playground, swimming areas and water activities.

## Recreation

The area is packed with opportunities for outdoor fun. The lake area has a
swim beach, a disc golf course and a hiking, mountain biking and equestrian
trail. On the water, visitors can ski, swim and fish.

## Facilities

This facility has boat ramps, picnic areas, a group picnic shelter and a
playground. Drinking water is provided, and there is a grocery store within a
short driving distance.

## Natural Features

Buck Ridge is located directly on the shore of Hensley Lake and surrounded by
the oak woodlands of the Sierra Nevada foothills, offering a mixture of sun
and shade.

## 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

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Buck Ridge group day-use pavillion is located within the Buck Ridge Recreation Area at Hidden Dam, Hensley Lake. The pavilion has drinking water access, multiple picnic tables, a large barbeque pit and grill for cooking, two horseshoe pits and a water-borne restroom for your use. <br><br><br><br>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.<br><br><br><br>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 because of its playground, swimming areas and water activities.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
The area is packed with opportunities for outdoor fun. The lake area has a swim beach, a disc golf course and a hiking, mountain biking and equestrian trail. On the water, visitors can ski, swim and fish.<h2>Facilities</h2>
This facility has boat ramps, picnic areas, a group picnic shelter and a playground. Drinking water is provided, and there is a grocery store within a short driving distance.<h2>Natural Features</h2>
Buck Ridge is located directly on the shore of Hensley Lake and surrounded by the oak woodlands of the Sierra Nevada foothills, offering a mixture of sun and shade. 
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Yosemite National Park is about one hour north, and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are about 1.5 hours southeast of the facility.
<br/><br/>
<a href="http://www.nps.gov/yose/index.htm" rel="nofollow">Yosemite National Park</a>
<br/><br/>
<a href="http://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm" rel="nofollow">Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks</a>

Buck Ridge Pavilion.

Buck Ridge Recreation Area

BUCK RIDGE

Buck Ridge Pavilion

Playground near Buck Ridge Pavilion

Buck Ridge

## Overview

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.

## 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.

## Facilities

Hidden View campground provides 53 campsites, including two group campsites.
Some sites have electric hookups, and all campsites are located within walking
distance of the lake and boat ramp.

Campsites are highly variable. Please review site information carefully before
making your reservation.

## 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.

## Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (559) 831-7040.

## 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

<h2>Overview</h2>
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.
<br/><br/>
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. <h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>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. <br><br><br>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.<br><br><br>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.<br><br><br><br>Educational programs are offered by request. Please call the Park Headquarters at 559-831-7040. </p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Hidden View campground provides 53 campsites, including two group campsites. Some sites have electric hookups, and all campsites are located within walking distance of the lake and boat ramp.</p><p>Campsites are highly variable. Please review site information carefully before making your reservation.</p><h2>Natural Features</h2>
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. <br/><br/>
The area has significant historical value as it was once home to the Miwok and Yokut Native American Tribes.
<h2>Contact Info</h2>
For facility specific information, please call (559) 831-7040.
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
Yosemite National Park is about one hour north, and Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are about 1.5 hours southeast of the facility.
<br/><br/>
<a href="http://www.nps.gov/yose/index.htm" rel="nofollow">Yosemite National Park</a>
<br/><br/>
<a href="http://www.nps.gov/seki/index.htm" rel="nofollow">Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks</a>

Reservations must be made prior to occupying any campsite.

Hidden View

HIDDEN VIEW

Less than an hour drive northeast of Fresno in the foothills of the Sierra
Nevada enroute to Yosemite National Park. Lake activities include water
skiing, fishing, swimming, horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, and
camping.

Less than an hour drive northeast of Fresno in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada enroute to Yosemite National Park. Lake activities include water skiing, fishing, swimming, horseback riding, mountain biking, hiking, and camping.

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