CampsiteGROUP SHELTER NONELECTRIC

Site 1 — COUNCIL BLUFF RECREATION AREA

COUNCIL BLUFF RECREATION AREA · Illinois · Loop CHAP

Campsite 1 at COUNCIL BLUFF RECREATION AREA in Illinois. GROUP SHELTER NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Maximum 75 people per site. First-come, first-served — no reservation needed.

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37.73373, -90.91529
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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Vehicle Length
20
Max Num of Vehicles
20
Driveway Surface
Paved
Driveway Entry
Parallel

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People
75
Min Num of People
1
Capacity/Size Rating
Group
Pets Allowed
Yes

Site Features

Shade
Yes
Campfire Allowed
No

How Site 1 Compares

  • One of 57 sites at COUNCIL BLUFF RECREATION AREA — 1 of them in the CHAP loop.
  • Fits vehicles up to 20 ft — shorter than 81% of sites here.

Photos from COUNCIL BLUFF RECREATION AREA

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

LARGE SANDY BEACH WITH PLAY AREA
LARGE SANDY BEACH WITH PLAY AREA — Mark Twain National Forest
GROUP SHELTER AT BEACH
GROUP SHELTER AT BEACH — Mark Twain National Forest
Beach on a sunny day.
Beach on a sunny day.
Recently remodeled bathhouse.
Recently remodeled bathhouse.
View of boat dock facing ramp.
View of boat dock facing ramp.
COUNCIL BLUFF RECREATION AREA photo 7
Having fun at the beach.
Having fun at the beach.
Beach on a sunny day.
Beach on a sunny day.

Booking Tips for Site 1

  • 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: 11: AM / 7:00 PM
  • Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
  • Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite 1?

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

How many people can stay at site 1?

Maximum occupancy is 75 people and 20 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site 1?

Max vehicle length is 20 ft.

What hookups does site 1 have?

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

Are pets allowed at site 1?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 11: AM. Check-out: 7:00 PM.

Can I have a campfire at site 1?

Campfires are not permitted at this site. A camp stove may be acceptable — check with the campground host.