Cabin rentals near Hensley Lake provide proximity to both the reservoir and surrounding Sierra National Forest lands. The area sits at approximately 500 feet elevation with hot summers reaching 95-100°F and mild winters. Several privately operated facilities within 30-45 minutes of Hensley Lake offer cabin accommodations ranging from basic to fully equipped units.
What to do
Water activities at Bass Lake: Bass Lake provides water recreation opportunities within 30 minutes of Hensley Lake. "We walked to pines village and got some souvenirs and ice cream. Great weather too. The river is also right in front of where we parked but it did not have much water," notes a visitor at Bass Lake at Yosemite RV Resort.
Hiking at nearby trails: The Sierra National Forest surrounding cabin accommodations offers numerous hiking options. According to a visitor at High Sierra RV Park, "The creek, waterfalls & rope swing over the swimming hole was unbelievable! The kids enjoyed the rope swing while the mom enjoyed the walk back to the falls & thru the shallow waters."
Visit the Mine and Mineral Museum: Located at the Mariposa Fairgrounds, this educational stop provides geological insights about the region. A visitor at Mariposa Fairgrounds mentioned, "Make sure you go to the Mine and Mineral museum on the grounds."
What campers like
River access at multiple properties: Several cabin rentals provide river access for cooling off during hot summer days. A visitor at High Sierra RV Park noted, "There is a nice river (Fresno River)."
Pool facilities: Many cabin properties feature swimming pools for guest use. At Bass Lake RV Resort, one camper reported, "Has a pool, game room very run down, bathrooms and showers decent, sites a bit to close together for our liking but being close to the lake and Yosemite was a bonus."
Diverse accommodation options: Properties near Hensley Lake offer various cabin styles. At Yosemite RV Resort, a camper explained, "Many options to stay! Rv, bring your own tent, yurts, safari tents, cabins. RV spaces have many different location styles, secluded, views, groups etc."
What you should know
Wifi and cell service varies: Internet connectivity differs significantly between properties. At Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes, a visitor reported, "No cell service. Have to drive about 4 miles to west to get signal. Sporadic signal in the park. WiFi is subscription at sites. It was $14.95 for a week. Very intermittent."
Cabin spacing considerations: Some properties place cabins close together. At Indian Flat RV Park, one camper mentioned, "Tent sites are small and gravel. However the hosts are friendly, there are showers, clean bathrooms, good wifi, and you can use the resort pool."
Temperature variations by season: The area experiences significant seasonal temperature differences. One camper at Thousand Trails Yosemite Lakes shared, "Nice, but not many options in terms of activities."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly amenities: Look for cabins with recreational facilities for children. "The sites were a great space and the pool and playground was a lot of fun for the kids. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful," noted a visitor at Yosemite RV Resort.
Proximity to water features: Cabins near water provide natural entertainment for children. A camper at Indian Flat RV Park advised, "If traveling with kids make use of their fire pit and roast marshmallows."
Check cabin size specifications: Confirm cabin capacity before booking. At Bass Lake at Yosemite RV Resort, a visitor shared, "We booked this last minute over the phone, we were very impressed with the spot, next to the pool, clubhouse, fire pit."
Tips from RVers
Leveling challenges: Some sites require additional effort to level RVs. A visitor at Bass Lake at Yosemite RV Resort reported, "We are in spot 116 a bit unlevel but we managed. Check in was quick and easy. Hook ups were easy."
Campsite layouts: Site configurations vary by property. At The Forks Resort, a camper simply stated, "Great food clean cabins."
Public transport options: Some locations provide transportation to nearby attractions. At Indian Flat RV Park, a visitor explained, "The YART bus (that shuttles you into the park) stops at the hotel next door. It doesn't run frequently, and we had to catch it really early (7 am), but it was $20 for a family of four (round trip), and that included admission to the park."
