BUCK RIDGE

About this campground

<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>

What's on site

Contact & location