Hidden View Campground
Hensley Lake, California
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As of October 2026, Hidden View Campground is a campground in California with 48 campsites. Hidden View Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.
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- Hidden View Campground is located at 37.1247° N, 119.8972° W.
- people allowed on 42 of 48 sites
- 8
- people allowed on each of the 2 largest sites
- 50
Hidden View Campground reservations and next available dates
October 2026
Next Available Dates
46 sites open on Oct 1 at Hidden View Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.
As of 30 September 2026, 11:24 UTC.
Stay and booking rules
- Mid-stay changes allowed
- Campsites held at once: 2 campsite(s) held
- Maximum stay: 14 nights
- Military discount available
Published by Recreation.gov for Hidden View Campground, read on September 29, 2026.
Campsites at Hidden View Campground
- Standard 33
- Tent 13
- Group 2
- Accessible 1
- Hookups 20
What an RV fits
- 30 ft1 site
- 35 ft1 site
- 40 ft5 sites
- 42 ft1 site
- 45 ft25 sites
- 55 ft1 site
Amenities
- potable water
At a glance: Setting: Mountain.
Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, horse riding.
All sites at Hidden View Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov
| Site | Loop | Type | Sleeps | Max RV | Hookups | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | A | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - | - |
| 002 | A | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - | - |
| 003 & 005 | A | Standard | 16 | 45 ft | - | - |
| 004 | A | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | - | - |
| 006 | A | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric | - |
| 007 | A | Standard | 8 | 55 ft | Electric | - |
| 010 | A | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 011 | A | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 012 | A | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric | - |
| 013 | B | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 014 | B | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 015 | B | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 016 | B | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 017 | B | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 018 | B | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 020 | B | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 021 | B | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 022 & 023 | B | Standard | 16 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 024 | B | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 025 | B | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - | - |
| 026 | B | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - | - |
| 027 | B | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - | - |
| 028 | B | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 031 | C | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 032 | C | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric | - |
| 033 | C | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 034 | C | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 035 | C | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 036A | C | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 036B | C | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 036C | C | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 036D | C | Tent | 8 | - | - | - |
| 037 | C | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric | - |
| 038 & 039 | C | Standard | 16 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 040 | C | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - | - |
| 041 | C | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - | - |
| 042 | C | Standard | 8 | 42 ft | - | - |
| 043 | C | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - | - |
| 044 | C | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - | - |
| 045 & 046 | C | Standard | 16 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 047 | C | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | - | - |
| 048 | C | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | - | - |
| 049 | C | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | Electric, Water | Accessible |
| 050 | C | Standard | 8 | 40 ft | - | - |
| 051 | C | Standard | 8 | 35 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| 052 | C | Standard | 8 | 45 ft | Electric, Water | - |
| A | GROUP SITES | Group | 50 | - | Electric | - |
| B | GROUP SITES | Group | 50 | 30 ft | Electric | - |
About Hidden View Campground
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
Rules and notices at Hidden View Campground
Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Hidden View Campground on Recreation.gov
Notices from Recreation.gov
Hensley Lake is a reservoir that feeds the Madera Irrigation System. Water levels are highest in the spring and can be quite low by mid-summer. You can check current lake levels here: https://www.spk-wc.usace.army.mil/fcgi-bin/midnight.py?days=0&report=HIDLVL
Hidden View Campground Entrance Gate is now operational. It will automatically close at 10PM and reopen at 6AM. To leave the campground, approach the gate slowly and it will open. It will NOT reopen until 6AM. If you arrive after close or leave/return before 6AM, you must park in the boat parking lot and wait until the gate reopens.
A one-wheeled camping unit (Camper / RV) limit per site is strictly enforced.
A two-vehicle limit per site is strictly enforced (RVs are counted as a vehicle). No extra vehicles are allowed in the campground at any time. All extra vehicles must be parked in overflow parking at the boat ramp and require a daily $10 day-use fee.
An 8-person maximum per site is strictly enforced .
The number of tents per site is dependent on space, but generally, each site can accommodate one to two tents.
For water conservation, we do not allow the excessive use of water, kiddie pools, Slip & Slides, or similar water toys.
Each site has at least one parking stall available. Vehicles and equipment (for example, boat trailers) that do not fit in the paved driveway will be required to park in overflow parking at the boat ramp. You are not guaranteed parking space for two vehicles if your vehicles are larger than the total length of the parking stall.
For public safety, imitation guns, BB guns, air guns, pellet guns, and similar projectile firing devices cannot be used or displayed in the campground or anywhere at Hensley Lake at any time. Hensley Lake does not have a firing range or other designated target shooting area. All target shooting is prohibited.
Check in time starts at 3:00pm on the first day of a reservation and campers are required to vacate their site by 12:00pm on the last day of their reservation.
You may stay up to a maximum of 14 nights total at this campground within rolling 30 days.
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.
For more information, please call 559-831-7040 or email hensley-info@usace.army.mil
Hidden View Campground FAQ
How hard is it to get a campsite at Hidden View Campground?
Hidden View Campground is rated "Moderate to Book" based on historical demand. With 48 sites available, you have good chances of finding availability, especially on weekdays.
How do I find last-minute availability at Hidden View Campground?
Cancellations happen frequently at Hidden View Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.
How many campsites does Hidden View Campground have?
Hidden View Campground has 48 campsites.
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