Hidden View
Open year-round. A burn ban is currently in effect through May 18, 2026 due to a Red Flag Warning. No campfires are allowed; propane grills are permitted. The campground gate closes at 10pm and reopens at 6am with no re-entry between these hours. Reservations available via Recreation.gov. Maximum stay is 14 nights within any rolling 30-day period.
From Recreation.gov
The National Weather Service has issued a RED FLAG WARNING which is in effect starting 5AM, Saturday, May 16, 2026 to 8PM, Monday, May 18, 2026. A BURN BAN has gone into effect. NO FIRES ALLOWED. Propane grills are allowed.
From Recreation.gov
The Hidden View Campground gate is operational. The gate automatically closes at 10 pm and reopens at 6 am. Between the hours of 10 pm and 6 am, you may exit the campground, but you cannot reenter. There are no gate codes. All campers must be on site before the gate closes at 10 pm. Late arriving campers can park in the boat ramp parking lot.
About
Hidden View Campground is located at Hensley Lake in the oak-studded foothills of central California, approximately 50 miles north of Fresno and 17 miles northeast of Madera. The 1,500-acre lake was created by Hidden Dam on the Fresno River and features over 20 miles of shoreline. The campground is operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers and offers 53 sites, including standard nonelectric sites, electric sites with 50-amp service, and two group camping areas. The area holds historical significance as the former home of the Miwok and Yokut Native American tribes. Campers enjoy excellent fishing in the lake's coves for largemouth bass, crappie, bluegill, and catfish, with rainbow trout stocked during winter months. A swim beach, disc golf course, and trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding are available on the opposite side of the lake. One hiking trail is located within walking distance of the campground. All sites are within walking distance of the lake and boat ramp. The campground features a gated entrance that closes at 10pm and reopens at 6am with no re-entry during closed hours. Yosemite National Park is about an hour north, while Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks are approximately 1.5 hours southeast.
Directions
From south of Madera: Take SR 99 north to exit 153B. Bear right onto Madera Ave and go 0.3 miles to Gateway. Turn left and drive 0.2 miles to 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. Turn right onto Road 400 and go 7.1 miles to Road 603. Turn left and go 1 mile to Road 407. Turn right on Road 407 and drive 1.7 miles to the campground.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | No |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | Yes |
| Electric Hookups | Yes |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $20 - $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 90ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 90ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | Yes |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| hensley-info@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (559) 673-5151 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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