16 acres hosted by Heidi H.
5 tent sites
Family-friendly
Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is great for families and kids.
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97% Recommend219 ratings · 170 reviews
Bumpy's Hollow offers a tranquil camping experience with a strong emphasis on hospitality from the hosts, Heidi and her family. The site is well-maintained, providing essentials like firewood and camping gear, which adds convenience. Visitors appreciate the serene setting, the presence of farm animals, and the proximity to local attractions like Starved Rock. While the campsite is generally praised for its privacy, a few reviews note minor issues like the distance to the porta potty and the presence of some broken glass on trails.
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Although I did not stay at Bumpy's Hollow (something came up) the staff were extremely attentive, and easy to communicate with. The staff told me exactly what to expect from the experience. They gave me my refund back when I would not have with such short notice. I have know doubt I would have enjoyed myself.
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Matt G.
1 month on Hipcamp
Had a great time. Heidi and tiller are great hosts!!!
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Nameless R.
1 month on Hipcamp
Heidi was a wonderful host! The site was private, clean, easy to find and even came with firewood. Would definitely recommend.
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Ryan H.
1 review
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent ·
Pondside Paradise
Heidi is a great host! We stayed for just one night so that we could be close to Mathieson State Park. Our campground was comfortable and well-appointed. We stopped by her farm to visit her horses, goats, chickens, and other pets.
Brad G.
7 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2025
Tent ·
Pondside Paradise
The place we stayed at was great and we had a ton of fun!! Heidi is such a sweet, kind host, she was a ton of help with getting our stuff back to camp! There’s an option for free camp games and she provides water, eggs, and other goodies. Overall great place and a great host with cute doggies!
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Jazzy F.
1 month on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Meadows Edge
We had a great weekend. The kids absolutely loved all the animals, the host was friendly and very helpful and the campsite was very spacious and maintained.
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Chrissy G.
2 years on Hipcamp
What a lovely time! Heidi was a kind and friendly host, who got us packed in and out in a rain storm. The property is well maintained, with well thought out spaces for tents, hammocks and chill areas. Thank you for the firewood delivery (at a reasonable price), and the quick communication via the app! We had a great time onsite, a quick 25 minute drive to Starved Rock for a hike, and loved meeting the horses, goats, chickens and our new best friend, Tiller the pupper. Thanks, Heidi! Looking forward to next time.
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Erin A.
4 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With pets ·
Pondside Paradise
The campsite was wonderful and Heidi was very kind to us - it is clear she cares about her guests.
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Caleb R.
1 month on Hipcamp
Spectacular! Location: the campground itself was very well maintained, our group had 4 tents and we had plenty of room without feeling crowded but also still felt nestled in nature. At night you can see stars between the trees and even better, as it is summer, we saw fireflies twinkling in the trees! -it gets DARK, and it was very peaceful. Our host Heidi was amazing, she was very responsive, prepares the area to minimize mosquitoes, provides delicious eggs, and has a tractor to help carry things back and forth to the car. Everyone collectively fell in love with her dog Tiller and it is not far at all from starved rock. I only wished we booked a longer stay!
The trail to the bathroom is clear and having stayed in the cleared areas we had no issues with ticks. There is adequate shade but morning was still very bright where we set up our tents.
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Christina S.
2 reviews
We loved our stay this past weekend! The campsite was beautiful and clean, included firewood, hand sanitizer, fire starters, chairs, trash/recycle bins, fire pit and a picnic table! We loved having Tiller (doggo and camp host) come around and check in on us 🐾 Heidi and Stan were so helpful with including detailed instructions to get there and what to expect! They also helped bring our gear to our site and back. They would respond so quickly to any messages and were super friendly!! Being around the gorgeous horses, doggos, cats, chickens and goats was an added bonus to the experience for us! The site is so close to starved rock and buffalo rock which was perfect for us as we hiked a lot! Thank you Heidi and Stan!! 🌿
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Morgan M.
3 reviews
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· June 2025
Tent ·
Under The Acorn Trees
100/10 experience. Will come again! So peaceful and private
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Mel K.
3 reviews
I absolutely LOVED staying on Heidi’s land! The forest was beautiful, the firewood/fire starter/trash/recycling/lighters/chairs etc were super convenient to have, and walking a couple minutes from the car to the campsite was really lovely and kept the campground very serene. Heidi was extremely friendly and respectful—she helped us carry our gear in and out exactly when we requested, and we had a great time chatting with her. As a lesbian couple, my girlfriend and I felt safer than we ever have at a campsite before, which means the world. We will definitely be back! Thank you Heidi!
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Virginia G.
2 months on Hipcamp
Bumpy’s Hollow was an incredible campsite experience from start to finish. Not only is the location peaceful and beautifully maintained, but Heidi, the host, truly goes above and beyond. She’s not just friendly and accommodating; she’s one of the best hosts I’ve ever had, hands down.
The campground itself is well laid out, with spacious and thoughtfully placed sites that offer a nice balance of privacy and accessibility. The grounds are clean, organized, and clearly cared for with love and attention to detail. She even preps your trip with firewood and fire starters and helps you bring your gear to the site. Her Co-Host Tilly, is the sweetest dog I've met with his own story to tell.
But what really set my experience apart was Heidi’s hospitality. She greeted me with warmth and genuine enthusiasm, and didn’t hesitate to share valuable local insights. She provided a map of the surrounding area, suggested nearby trails, and even gave me personalized tips for my upcoming hike at Starved Rock the next day, which turned out to be incredibly helpful. It's rare to find a host who takes such active interest in making sure your entire trip, not just your stay on their property, is memorable and smooth.
I can and will absolutely be staying at Bumpy’s Hollow again. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned camper, this place is a gem—and Heidi makes it feel like home.
Pharoah S.
3 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent ·
# 6 Across The Pond
This was such a great spot to camp. Near enough to the trails around LaSalle, far away enough to feel secluded in nature. Heidi was a wonderful host. Her initiatives and use of the land is thoughtful, meaningful, and restorative. It's not just a camp spot, it's a nature retreat. It was a bit muddy when we arrived and Heidi graciously moved our reservation to a drier spot. We didn't have to get muddy! The amenities were just what we needed, a clean outhouse, washing station, and fresh eggs. We are so looking forward to coming back. Also, Tiller is a thoughtful host who checks in daily for any spare pets you might have. 100% good boy. Thank you, Heidi!
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Dana S.
2 reviews
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent · With kids ·
Pondside Paradise
Great spot! Private sites spread plenty far apart for privacy. As the other reviews mention, Heidi was great and very welcoming, and Tiller the dog was indeed a 100% good boy and visited our site daily just to hang out and get pets - my daughter loved him and all the other animals up at the farm entrance (horses, goats, roosters, the cat guarding the horse stable, etc. It rained like heck our entire first day, but heidi came out to help us tow in the gear and gave us fresh dry firewood to use once the rain let up. She also is an expert on the area and can provide guidance on activities, fishing, etc. Overall it's a nice secluded spot and we have a relaxing and peaceful time for my 5 year old's first camping trip.
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Jeff D.
5 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· June 2025
Tent ·
Forest Get A Way
The site was perfect for us. Packing in made it pretty tranquil in the woods. Seeing all the animals on the property was also great. Heidi was an amazing host and very quick with the tractor to get us in and out and deliver wood when needed.
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Hachem H.
2 reviews
My son and I had a wonderful time camping here. The host Heidi was very friendly and responsive. The camp grounds are on the backside of the property which functions as a horse farm where Heidi holds riding therapy. It was so much fun to see all the horses, and my son even got a riding lesson which he’d never done before. Heidi was so gracious in explaining how her farm works, and also sharing with us the background of all her animals. Many are rescues that she has given a loving and safe environment. We loved seeing the goat being followed around by a couple sheep everywhere, plus chickens where I got some fresh eggs for breakfast. A very friendly dog name Tiller will definitely show up at your campsite for some head scratches throughout your stay.
Though there’s no fishing on site, the Illinois river is five minutes away and Heidi shared recommended fishing spots.
I’ve never stayed at a place where you can’t drive up to your site, but they had a good system for transporting your gear, and it was super easy with no waiting.
There’s maybe 5-6 camping sites on the trails in the woods. They all are pretty private compared to other places I’ve camped. It was nice to have a picnic table, another table, and a couple Adirondack chairs waiting for us. They also had fire starters a couple other helpful things. They delivered firewood to the site in their small tractor very quickly for the same price you’d get elsewhere.
10/10 would recommend
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Brian H.
11 months on Hipcamp
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· May 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Pondside Paradise
Heidi was an excellent host and very kind! We really appreciated taking in all that the campsite had to offer and everyone was very helpful when we had questions or needed assistance with anything :) 10/10 recommend
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Russell S.
2 months on Hipcamp
A farm attached to wilderness , secluded spots true primitive, a furry host shout out to Tiller!!!! no vehicle's at camp site but there is a tractor to help you get settled. 10/10would recommend
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Paul O.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent · Group trip ·
Meadows Edge
This spot was great, close to starved rock simple to get there. Heidi was super helpful and responsive and we loved seeing Tiller around the grounds.
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Miranda C.
2 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· May 2025
Tent ·
Pondside Paradise
A beautiful space, and Heidi is so welcoming. We loved our stay here.
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Ashley N.
5 reviews
Recommends
· April 2025
Tent ·
Forest Get A Way
Fantastic stay! Heidi was a great host as usual. Can’t wait to come back for a another visit!
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Drew A.
2 reviews
Recommends
· November 2024
Tent ·
Forest Get A Way
Beautiful farm/property with amazing hosts (Including Tiller!) We made a last minute booking and they were very accommodating even on short notice and made our stay super enjoyable! They helped us bring stuff to our campsite and back to the car in the morning. We will happily camp here again!
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Joseph R.
8 months on Hipcamp
Absolutely lovely spot in the woods on a horse farm! Friendly owners & family, and TILLER the dog! Camp sites are far enough away from each other for some nice privacy. The owners were very accommodating to switch sites for the best spot for our truck bed camping rig. My hubby, doggo, and I had a wonderful time! Highly recommend.
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Katherine D.
5 reviews
Nice place with plenty of campsites! The host was very friendly and even sent a helper with a tractor to carry our gear from the car to the campsite. Would definitely recommend this site to anyone camping in the area. There are horses and chickens are the property too!
Dan M.
2 reviews
We had a wonderful time at Heidi's land! She and her family were so helpful the entire time we were there. Her dog, Tiller, was easily the highlight of this trip for us - he hung out with us at our site most of the time we were there and we loved every minute of it. He is one of the most loving, well-behaved dogs ever!
The property is beautiful, and the horses and chickens were fun to watch! We also loved how close a grocery store (D&S Foods) was to get ice and other things. We had a lot of privacy because there weren't many other campers there, but if it is more busy (for example, both spots by the pond are occupied), you will likely see/hear the other campers a decent amount.
Due to the lack of rain, the sites are very dusty - it's like a very fine powder, and it gets on everything. Just something to keep in mind if that bothers you or if you want to prepare for it (bring a broom, handheld vacuum, or leaf blower to clean things off a bit before packing up to go home). Also, if you have a collapsible wagon/cart, it may be worth bringing it to help speed up the process of taking your gear to your site!
Overall, Heidi's property is a great spot not too far from the city. We hope to return at some point and see Tiller again :)
Tom W.
11 reviews
Recommends
· October 2024
Tent ·
Pondside Paradise
The place was so nice and quiet beatiful place so relaxing!
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Rene A.
2 reviews
I lovely private campground! My partner and I really enjoyed our stay here. It was quiet, rustic enough, and had everything we needed.
Pros: plenty of firewood, fire supplies, a picnic table, makeshift table, chairs, ample room to spread out, not busy, a ravine to hike into, and someone to help pack you in. Horses, dogs, and some other farm animals!
Cons: portapotty is a bit of a walk, not drive up, not a ton of hiking from site.
Overall, I’d stay here again in a heartbeat!
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Chadwick C.
10 months on Hipcamp
Recommends
· August 2024
Tent ·
Pondside Paradise
Incredibly peaceful night with added touches like trash and recycle cans, lighter, grill grate, fire starters, and fire color changing powder! It made for a perfect camp. Highly recommend!
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Karla J.
3 years on Hipcamp
Recommends
· July 2024
Tent ·
Under The Acorn Trees
The campsite was clean and everything was ready for our arrival. We were pleasantly surprised by the things Heidi had prepared for us! Tables, chairs, campfire equipment etc. We were over prepared this time. The campsites are located in the woods near their farmland where we left our car, but Heidi and her family were very helpful with the transportation of our equipment to the campsite. My husband and I had a wonderful and peaceful time away from the big city (We’re from Chicago). The campsites are close to each other, but the trees around each campsite provide you the privacy you need. One minus was the port a potty. We can’t agree that it is clean daily. Overall, we had a wonderful time and recommend it fully!
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Luiza J.
1 year on Hipcamp
Location
Marseilles, La Salle, Illinois, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
Hosted by Heidi H.
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