Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area is located near the Mississippi River, offering flat terrain with river views. Temperatures range from 20°F in winter to 85°F in summer. Nearby attractions include Eagle Point Park and the Sawmill Museum, providing additional activities for campers.

## 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 Bulgers 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. Bulgers Hollow also offers a boat ramp, playground equipment and picnic sites for a great way to spend an afternoon with the family. Fishing Opportunities: Bulgers 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. 
## Natural Features

 Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area is a great place to view wildlife, boat, fish, and camp. It sits along the Mississippi River, 7.5 miles North of Clinton, IA off Highway 67. You'll have to travel about 1 mile on a gravel road to get here, but it's well worth it. 
## Nearby Attractions

 Lock and Dam 13, Fulton, IL Eagle Point Park, Clinton, IA The Sawmill Museum, Clinton, IA Wide River Winery, Clinton, IA City of Clinton Showboat Clinton Lumberkings Baseball, Clinton, IA Bickelhaupt Arboretum, Clinton, IA Felix Adler Children's Discovery Center, Clinton, IA Windmill Culture Center, Fulton, IL Heritage Canyon, Fulton, IL 
## Charges & Cancellations

 As in the past, no refunds will be given if you must leave the campground early.

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Great paddling and fishing campground. Not lots of sites so very private down a beautiful hollow.

Hidden gem along Mississippi River

Have camped here multiple times. Usually a pretty quiet area although its next to a train track so expect a train or two to wake you up. Tucked away next to the Mississippi. There is a boat ramp and parking. Also a playground and shaded picnic area on the other side of the park.

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