Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area
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About Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area
Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area is a national park campground at Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 in Clinton County, Illinois. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. When a booked site here is cancelled it can vanish within minutes, so Campsite Tonight monitors it 24/7 and auto-adds the opening to your Recreation.gov cart before anyone else.
Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
Sites here are tent or walk-in (no RV access). Campers rate it 4.3/5 across 62 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Mississippi River - Pools 11-22 include Thomson Causeway, Blanding Landing, Fishermans Corner and Clarks Ferry.
Total reservations in May — 2024: 10 · 2025: 16
Location
Address
Thomson, Illinois
Coordinates
41.9351, -90.1842
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •June sees 18 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Thomson Causeway
Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
Bellevue State Park
Bellevue State Park
Blanding Landing
Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
Fishermans Corner
Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
Maquoketa Caves State Park
Maquoketa Caves State Park
Clarks Ferry
Mississippi River - Pools 11-22
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Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area FAQ
How far in advance should I book Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area?
June typically sees the highest reservation activity at Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area right now?
Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area is currently fully booked for the next 14 days. However, cancellations happen frequently - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when sites become available.
Where is Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area located?
Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area is located in Mississippi River - Pools 11-22, near Thomson, Illinois.
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