Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area
Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area is an Army Corps of Engineers campground in Iowa. Hookups: no hookups.
- Type
- Army Corps of Engineers campground
- Location
- Iowa
- Coordinates
- 41.93513, -90.18422
- Hookups
- No hookups
- Activities
- Birding, Boating, Camping, Canoeing, Day Use Area, Fishing, Kayaking, Paddling, Picnicking
- Map
- Open in OpenStreetMap
- Phone
- 815-259-3628
Amenities
- Reservable sites
Only amenities a source confirms are listed; an amenity missing here is unknown, not absent.
About Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area
Overview Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area is a hidden gem located on the Mississippi River. Whether you like camping, fishing, boating, or just taking in nature, Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area is the perfect place. Recreation If you are looking for a few nights of good old fashioned camping, then Bulger’s Hollow Recreation Area is your stop. With 23 non-reservable campsites, 17 RV sites and 9 tent camping sites, this park is small in size but offers one of the best views of the Mississippi. This campground offers primitive amenities, such as drinking water, vault toilets, and a dump station. As a reminder, campers have a 14-day camping limit, within a 30-day period. The camping area is open from May 15-October 15. The boat ramp and day use areas are open year-round. Camping is not the only attraction to the area. Bulger’s Hollow also offers a boat ramp, playground equipment and picnic sites for a great way to spend an afternoon with the family. Fishing Opportunities: Bulger’s Hollow offers a gravel boat launch for access to Pool 13 of the Mississippi River. A popular launching site for local fishermen, you can easily find a honey hole for an afternoon of fishing. Directly in front of the campground is a field of lily pads that are ideal for fishing. You can also take a short trip up or down river to a find a calm backwater slough for hours of casting. Facilities Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area offers 23 non-reservable campsites, 14 RV sites and 9 tent camping sites, p
Cell coverage
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Nearby RV services
- Dump station
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Water fill
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Propane
- None mapped within 50 mi
- Low clearances
- 4 bridges or tunnels at 14 ft or less within 10 mi
Other places to stay nearby
| Name | Type | Distance | Fee | Hookups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Army Corps of Engineers' Causeway | Private campground | 3.8 mi | — | — |
| Thomson Causeway | Army Corps of Engineers campground | 3.9 mi | — | Electric & Water |
| South Sabula Lake Park | Public campground | 8.4 mi | $22 | — |
| Rock Creek County Campground | Private campground | 15 mi | $19 | — |
| Erie Campground | Private campground | 21 mi | — | — |
| Camp Hauberg | Private campground | 21 mi | — | — |
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Sources. Recreation.gov (RIDB). Updated June 2026. Facility facts only; DryRig does not publish ratings or reviews on this page.