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Hidden View
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US Army Corps of Engineers53Supported overnight records
5Published site categories
53Sites with a reported party limit
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A closer look at the 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
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How much is documented?
Reported fields across the 53 supported campsite records here. A reported value can still need interpretation; missing values remain unknown in the planner.
Party limit
53
Vehicle limit
53
Vehicle length
51
Driveway entry
53
Shade
52
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The campsite mix
Standard Nonelectric
19
Standard Electric
19
Tent Only Nonelectric
13
Group Standard Electric
1
Group Standard Area Electric
1
Operator 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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THE ACTUAL SITES
53 published campsite records
Raw published values are shown below, including zeros and ambiguous text. They are not validated capacities. The planner keeps missing, zero and questionable dimensions unknown.
View all 53 published site records
| SITE / LOOP | TYPE | EQUIPMENT LIMITS | PEOPLE / VEHICLES | DRIVEWAY | ELECTRIC / SHADE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Site 001 A Source updated: 2026-08-31 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 45 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Rv: 45 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 130 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: No |
| Site 002 A Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 40 ft Rv: 45 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 003 & 005 A Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 60 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 16 people 4 vehicles | Pull-through 110 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 004 A Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 20 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Rv: 40 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Parallel 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 005 A Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 45 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Rv: 45 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 120 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 006 A Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 45 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Rv: 45 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 120 (raw length) | 20/30/50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 007 A Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 35 ft Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Rv: 55 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Parallel 55 (raw length) | 20/30/50 Shade: No |
| Site 010 A Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Small Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 36 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 011 A Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 36 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 012 A Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 80 (raw length) | 20/30/50 Shade: Full |
| Site 013 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 25 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 56 ft Trailer: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 014 B Source updated: 2026-08-24 | Standard Electric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Tent: 86 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 80 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 015 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 90 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 80 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 016 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 017 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 018 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 50 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 019 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 56 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 020 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 021 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 38 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 022 & 023 B Source updated: 2025-12-05 | Standard Electric | Boat: 28 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 44 ft Trailer: 28 ft Numeric screening only | 16 people 4 vehicles | Back-in 48 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 024 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Rv: 45 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 36 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Parallel 56 (raw length) | 30 Shade: Yes |
| Site 025 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 26 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 46 ft Trailer: 26 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 46 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 026 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 60 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 90 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 027 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 37 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 64 ft Trailer: 37 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 57 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 028 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 20 ft Rv: 40 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 40 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 029 B Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 58 ft Tent: 58 ft Trailer: 58 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 24 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Not reported |
| Site 031 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 25 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 54 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 45 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 032 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 60 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 190 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 033 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 25 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 45 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 034 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 36 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 34 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 035 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 52 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-Through 34 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 036A C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 37 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 036B C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 37 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 036C C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 37 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 036D C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Tent Only Nonelectric | Tent: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 37 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 037 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 85 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 85 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 038 & 039 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 30 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 60 ft Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 16 people 4 vehicles | Back-in 50 (raw length) | 20/30/50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 039 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Rv: 21 ft Tent: 25 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Parallel 21 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 040 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 45 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Pull-through 106 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 041 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 30 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 50 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 042 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 22 ft Rv: 42 ft Tent: 75 ft Trailer: 22 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Parallel 42 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 043 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 50 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Parallel 66 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 044 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 40 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 60 ft Trailer: 40 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-In 60 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 045 & 046 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 90 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 16 people 4 vehicles | Back-in 110 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 046 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 90 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 110 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Yes |
| Site 047 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 20 ft Rv: 40 ft Tent: 48 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 40 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: No |
| Site 048 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 35 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 75 ft Trailer: 35 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Parallel 55 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Full |
| Site 049 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 20 ft Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 42 (raw length) | 20/30/50 Shade: No |
| Site 050 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Nonelectric | Boat: 20 ft Rv: 40 ft Tent: 40 ft Trailer: 20 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 42 (raw length) | Not reported Shade: Yes |
| Site 051 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 15 ft Rv: 35 ft Tent: 35 ft Trailer: 15 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Back-in 65 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site 052 C Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Standard Electric | Boat: 45 ft Rv: 45 ft Tent: 80 ft Trailer: 45 ft Numeric screening only | 8 people 2 vehicles | Parallel 106 (raw length) | 50 Shade: Full |
| Site A GROUP SITES Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Group Standard Electric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: limit unknown Small Tent: limit unknown Trailer: limit unknown Numeric screening only | 50 people 15 vehicles | Parallel 0 (raw length) | 20 Shade: Yes |
| Site B GROUP SITES Source updated: 2025-12-04 | Group Standard Area Electric | Large Tent Over 9x12`: limit unknown Pop Up: limit unknown Rv: 30 ft Small Tent: limit unknown Trailer: 30 ft Numeric screening only | 50 people 15 vehicles | Back-in 12 (raw length) | 20 Shade: Yes |
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