Buck Ridge
Campground · California · 1 bookable site ·
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers
- 1
- Bookable site
- up to 50
- People per site
- 560 ft
- Elevation
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
The facts
- 1 bookable site
- 1 site for day use only
- Up to 50 people per site
- Loops: BRID
Site types
- 1 Group Shelter Nonelectric
Amenities
- Shade
- Pets allowed
Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, campfires allowed, fire pits, picnic tables, grills.
1 campsite at Buck Ridge
Check-in 8:00 AM · Check-out 7:00 PM
| Site | Loop | Type | Entry | Surface | Max rig | People | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | BRID | Group Shelter Nonelectric | — | Paved | — | 50 | 🐾 |
Getting there
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. Turn right on 400, and go 9.7 miles to the Buck Ridge Recreation Area. Follow the signs to the campground and various areas within the park.
From north of Madera: Take SR 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 1 mile to Road 400. Turn right on 400, and go 9.7 miles to the Buck Ridge Recreation Area. Follow the signs to the campground and various areas within the park.
37.12500, -119.87500 · 37°7'30.0"N 119°52'30.0"W
Typical weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Low °F | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Precip in | 4.3 | 2.9 | 2.6 | 1.6 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.0 | 0.2 | 0.9 | 1.7 | 3.3 |
1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.
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Common questions about Buck Ridge
- Can you reserve a site at Buck Ridge?
- Yes, Buck Ridge is reservable through Recreation.gov.
- How many campsites does Buck Ridge have?
- 1 site.
- Are pets allowed at Buck Ridge?
- Yes, pets are allowed at Buck Ridge.
Camping near Buck Ridge
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- Wildcat Equestrian Area 7.5 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Wildcat Recreation Area Campground 7.6 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Codorniz Recreation Area Campground 8.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Chowchilla Recreation Area Day Use 9.1 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Forks Campground (Sierra) 21.2 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Crane Valley 21.4 mi · Campground · we watch it
- Ya-Gub-Weh-tuh Campground 17.9 mi · Campground
- San Joaquin River Gorge Day Use 17.9 mi · Activity pass
- Aholul Group Campground 18 mi · Campground
- Equestrian Campground 18 mi · Campground
- High Sierra RD 20.8 mi · Facility
Contact
- Phone 559-673-5151
- Email hensley-info@usace.army.mil
- Book Recreation.gov
Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.
Facility information and photographs from Recreation.gov (RIDB). SpotOpened is not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.
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