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Hensley Lake is the product of a dam that was constructed in 1974 to help control floods and irrigation in the area. The dam is 184 feet tall, stretches over a mile long, and is the only major dam anywhere on the Fresno River. When you book an RV in Madera County, you’ll be able to visit the dam at your leisure, though a visit to the accompanying Hensley Lake might be more enjoyable and relaxing.
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Getting Outdoors
You probably aren’t visiting Hensley Lake in a rental RV just to spend the whole time in the ranger station, although stopping by the station isn’t a terrible idea since it is packed full of information on the area. You are probably camping at Hensley Lake to enjoy the great outdoors, of which this destination has plenty. The lake itself is the main attraction, and guests can swim, boat, fish, and more in the clear, refreshing waters.
Camping at Hensley Lake
Hensley Lake is extremely convenient when you want to camp in an RV near Fresno while avoiding city crowds. The main campground at the lake is Hidden View, which has over 50 sites that can accommodate RVs. There are also two group camping sites, so when you are traveling with a large party, be sure to call ahead and reserve these after you sort your RV rental details out. The majority of campsites at this campground require you to back in with your RV, though a few are pull through.
Exploring the Area
One of the nearest decent sized towns to Hensley Lake, Madera, is located southwest and is only a short drive away. This is one of the easiest places to find fuel for your RV, as this town has a decent sized selection of gas stations of varying sizes. When camp food just isn’t cutting it, Madera is also a convenient place to eat out, and a selection of American, Chinese, Mexican, Italian, and home-style restaurants will keep everyone fed.
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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds
- Hiking TrailLocation
- Hensley Lake Day Use Areas Trail, CAMadera, CA
- Monument Ridge Trail, CARaymond, CA
- Lost Lake Nature Trail, CAFriant, CA
- Buzzard's Roost Trail, CAMillerton Lake State Recreation Area, CA
- Pincushion Mountain Loop Trail, CAMillerton Lake State Recreation Area, CA
- Pincushion Mountain Peak , CAMillerton Lake State Recreation Area, CA
- San Joaquin River Trail, CAMillerton Lake State Recreation Area, CA
- Blue Oak Trail, CAMillerton Lake State Recreation Area, CA
- Millerton Lake South Shore Via Blue Oak Trail, CAMillerton Lake State Recreation Area, CA
- Bifröst Trail, CAMillerton Lake State Recreation Area, CA
- CampgroundsLocation
- Hidden View Campground, CAMadera County, CA
- Hidden View Campground, CAMadera County, CA
- Wildcat Campground, CAMadera County, CA
- Codorniz Recreation Area Campground, CAMadera County, CA
- Codorniz Campground, CAMadera County, CA
- Yeh-Gub-Weh-tuh Campground, CAFresno County, CA
- Aholul Group Campground, CAFresno County, CA
- Equestrian Campground, CAFresno County, CA
- Bass Lake Recreation Area, CAMadera County, CA
- Forks Campground, CAMadera County, CA
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Recent RV rental reviews in Hensley Lake
Sam S.
September, 2025
We had a great trip with this Wolfpup. Pickup and drop off was easy and the trailer was in great shape. I look forward to renting the same trailer for this trip next year. Thank you so much.
Chris S.
September, 2025
A truly great experience. The RV worked great and Lon was always available for any questions.
Chad W.
September, 2025
We had an amazing trip in this very impressive van! Host was also very accommodating and the van had everything you need!
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