Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area
The campground is currently open for the 2026 season. Camping operates May 15 through October 15. All 23 sites are first-come-first-served with no advance reservations. Payment is credit card only via the Recreation.gov mobile app. The boat ramp and day use areas remain open year-round.
Flood Warning issued October 10 at 7:50PM CDT until October 13 at 4:30AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Iowa... Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S affecting Clinton and Scott Counties. * WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring. * WHERE...Wapsipinicon River near De Witt 4S. * WHEN...Until late Monday night. * IMPACTS...At 12.5 feet, Water affects old U.S. Highway 61 near the river. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:30 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 12.5 feet and falling. - Recent Activity...The river has slipped below the major flood stage and into moderate flood this evening. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage Monday evening and continue falling to 8.1 feet next Saturday, October 17. - Flood stage is 11.0 feet.
About
Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area is a hidden gem along the Mississippi River, located 7.5 miles north of Clinton, Iowa. Managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Rock Island District, this campground offers 23 first-come-first-served campsites including 14 RV sites and 9 tent-only sites. All sites are standard nonelectric with primitive amenities. The campground sits directly on Pool 13 of the Mississippi River, providing excellent fishing access via a gravel boat ramp. A field of lily pads directly in front of the campground creates ideal fishing habitat, and nearby backwater sloughs offer calm waters for casting. Additional amenities include playground equipment and picnic areas for day use. Campers are limited to 6 people and 2 vehicles per site, with a 14-day stay limit within any 30-day period. All dogs must be kept on a 6-foot leash. Payment is credit card only via the Recreation.gov mobile app using QR codes at each site.
Directions
From Clinton, IA: Take Highway 67 North for 6.5 miles. Turn right onto 170th Street and travel 1 mile. The entrance to Bulger's Hollow will be straight ahead. Address: 4686 170th Street, Clinton, IA 52732.
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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | Yes |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $14 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| mvrodmn13@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (815) 259-3628 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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