Buck Ridge Pavilion.
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Buck Ridge Pavilion
Buck Ridge Pavilion

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly Pet Friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Playground Playground

About Buck Ridge

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 mi of shoreline, it is a popular vacation spot for families because of its playground, swimming areas and water activities.

Activities & Attractions

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Hiking

Hiking

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer
Water Activities

Water Activities

Spring Summer Fall
Water Skiing

Water Skiing

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Open year round

This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

365 Days

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Picnic Table Picnic Table
Restrooms Restrooms
Playground Playground
Site Setup and Access

Site Setup and Access

  • ADA Accessible
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Restrooms
Cooking and Fire

Cooking and Fire

  • Picnic Table
  • BBQ
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
  • Fish Cleaning Station
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
  • Boat Ramp / Launch
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
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Reviews (2)

What Guests Are Saying

The view at Buck Ridge is excellent, providing a pleasant experience on hot days. Visitors appreciate the ample shade available. Overall, the environment enhances the enjoyment of the location.

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David W

June 5, 2024

5

The view was great very nice on a hot day lots of shade.

David W

June 5, 2024

5

The view was great very nice on a hot day lots of shade.

Location & Directions for Buck Ridge

25207 Rd 407, Raymond, CA 93653-0085 United States

Getting There

From south of Fresno: Take State Route 99 to SR 41 north to SR 145. Turn left on 145 and go 8.4 mi to Road 33. Turn right on Road 33, and go 1 mi to Road 400. Turn right on 400, and go 9.7 mi to the Buck Ridge Recreation Area. Follow the signs to ...

Nearest town

Raymond, CA - 12 mi

About 19 min to downtown

Highway access

Buck Ridge is accessible via State Route 99, which is located approximately 25 miles to the southwest. State Route 41 and State Route 145 provide additional access to the area.

Nearby National Park

Yosemite National Park

Big Oak Flat Entrance

Approximate driving time: over 1 hr (92 min)

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

  • For further inquiries, contact the property via phone or email.

Cancellation policy

  • Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
  • Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
  • Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
    • Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
    • One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
  • Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
  • Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
  • Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.

Site capacity

  • Overnight camping is not permitted; this area is for day use only.

Fees & deposits

  • A day-use pass is required for each vehicle; America the Beautiful Passes are accepted.
  • Renting the pavilion includes three day-use passes; a $10 fee applies for additional vehicles.

Safety & rules

  • The area is monitored by park rangers and sheriff's deputies for safety.

Fires & fuel

  • To prevent pests, buy firewood locally and burn it on-site; do not move firewood.

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Last updated: October 7, 2026

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