CampsiteSTANDARD NONELECTRIC

Site Campsite 11 — Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area

Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area · Illinois · Loop Campground

Campsite Campsite 11 at Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area in Illinois. STANDARD NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. First-come, first-served — no reservation needed.

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41.93513, -90.18422
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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area

Live forecast for the campground. Use it to pack and plan.

Avg High56°F
Avg Low45°F
Peak Rain Chance36%
Humidity77%
UV (avg)2
Today
🌧
Light Rain
67°/62°
💧 36%🌬 19mph
↑ 6:35 AM ↓ 4:52 PM
Wed
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Heavy Drizzle
62°/47°
💧 9%🌬 18mph
↑ 6:37 AM ↓ 4:51 PM
Thu
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Overcast
54°/45°
💧 24%🌬 17mph
↑ 6:38 AM ↓ 4:49 PM
Fri
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Overcast
48°/37°
💧 5%🌬 12mph
↑ 6:39 AM ↓ 4:48 PM
Sat
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Overcast
51°/34°
💧 3%🌬 6mph
↑ 6:40 AM ↓ 4:47 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

👔 What to Wear

  • 👕
    Long-sleeve shirt
    Synthetic or merino, sun-protective.
  • 🧥
    Light shell or windbreaker
    Even on warm days, wind can chill (avg wind 19 mph).
  • 👖
    Hiking pants or convertible
    Layer for variable conditions.
  • 🥾
    Trail runners or low boots
    Comfortable, broken in.

🎒 What to Pack

  • 💧
    Water
    Bring at least 1L of water; more in heat.
  • 🍫
    High-energy snacks
    A snack for the trail.
  • 🧴
    Sun protection
    Sunscreen, sunglasses, brimmed hat.
  • 🩹
    First-aid kit
    Blister patches, ibuprofen, tape, antiseptic wipes.
  • 🗺
    Offline map
    Download your route in advance via Gaia, Caltopo, or OSM-based apps.
  • 🛍
    Dry bags for electronics
    Phone, camera, and snacks should stay dry.

Recommendations adapt to the current forecast + trail stats. Use them as a starting point — local conditions, your experience, and the time of day you start all matter.

How Site Campsite 11 Compares

  • One of 24 sites at Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area — 24 of them in the Campground loop.
Other sites in the Campground loop
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Photos from Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Fishing boats at Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area
Fishing boats at Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area — US Army Corps of Engineers
Kayaking at Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area
Kayaking at Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area — thedyrt.com

Booking Tips for Site Campsite 11

  • First-come first-served: arrive early, especially Friday afternoons in peak season
  • Have a backup: sites can fill up — know your second choice nearby
  • Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
  • Check-in/out: usually 1–3pm / usually 11am–noon
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite Campsite 11?

No — this site is first-come, first-served. Arrive early during peak season.

What hookups does site Campsite 11 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.