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Forrest W. Bo Wood

1989 St. Highway 16, Shelbyville, Illinois, United States

F.W. "Bo" Wood
Playground in Area 2 Near site 38
Main Shower Building in Area 2
Bo Wood Lake Views - Area 5
Bo Wood

Featured amenities

Pet Friendly
Playground
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About Forrest W. Bo Wood

Forrest W. ''Bo'' Wood Recreation Area has a large campground on the northern shore of Lake Shelbyville in the heart of central Illinois. The lake and surrounding land offer outdoor activities for people of all ages, including fishing, swimming, picnicking and simply relaxing.Visit the Lake Shelbyville, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Facebook page for News Releases, Event Information, & Emergency Updates. https://www.facebook.com/LakeShelbyvilleUSACEVisit it our USACE Lake Shelbyville Website for more information on Lake Shelbyville. https://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Lake-Shelbyville/

Number of accommodations: 135

Nearby Activities & Attractions

Fishing

Swimming

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Currently open - Apr 16 to Oct 24

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly
Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups

RV Utilities and Hookups

  • Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
On Site Services

On Site Services

  • Playground
Water Access

Water Access

  • Lake Access
Pets and Policies

Pets and Policies

  • Pet friendly
Missing information?

Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

135 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 001, Loop: Area 1
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 002, Loop: Area 1
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 003, Loop: Area 1
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 004, Loop: Area 1
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 005, Loop: Area 1
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 006, Loop: Area 1
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 007, Loop: Area 1
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 008, Loop: Area 1
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 009, Loop: Area 1
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 011, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 012, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
Price not available
🚐 013, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 014, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 015, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 017, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 018, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 019, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 020, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 021, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 023, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 024, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 026, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 027, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 028, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 029, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 030, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 031, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 032, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 033, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 034, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 035, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 036, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 037, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 038, Loop: Area 2
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 039, Loop: Area 3
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 040, Loop: Area 3
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 041, Loop: Area 3
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 042, Loop: Area 3
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 043, Loop: Area 3
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 044, Loop: Area 3
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 045, Loop: Area 3
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 046, Loop: Area 3
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 047, Loop: Area 3
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 048, Loop: Area 3
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 050, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 051, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 052, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 053, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 054, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 055, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 056, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 057, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 058, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 059, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 060, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 061, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 062, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 063, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 064, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 065, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 066, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 067, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 068, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 069, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 070, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 071, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 072, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 073, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 074, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 075, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 076, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 077, Loop: Area 4A
50 Amp · Electric Only
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🚐 078, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 079, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 080, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 081, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 082, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 083, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 084, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 085, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 086, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 087, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 088, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 089, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 090, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 091, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 093, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 094, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 095, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 096, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 097, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 098, Loop: Area 4B
50 Amp · Water & Electric
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🚐 099, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 100, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 101, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 102, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 103, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 104, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 105, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
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🚐 106, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 107, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 108, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 109, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 110, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 111, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 112, Loop: Area 4C
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 114, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 115, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 116, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 117, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 118, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 119, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 120, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 121, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 122, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 123, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 124, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 125, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Full Hookups
Price not available
🚐 126, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 127, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 128, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 129, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 130, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 131, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 132, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 133, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 134, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 135, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 136, Loop: Area 5
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
⛺ 138, Loop: Area 5
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
⛺ 139, Loop: Area 5
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
⛺ 140, Loop: Area 5
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
⛺ 141, Loop: Area 5
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available

Reviews (1262)

Verified Only

What Guests Are Saying

Forrest W. Bo Wood Campground receives high praise for its cleanliness, friendly hosts, and well-maintained facilities, including daily restroom cleanings and spacious campsites. Many guests appreciate the scenic views and peaceful atmosphere, making it a favored spot for family gatherings and return visits. However, some concerns include occasional issues with restroom door locks and the need for more dumpsters near camping areas.

Review Summary

4.6
1262 reviews
5
73.1%
923
4
19.7%
249
3
4.4%
56
2
2.5%
32
1
0.2%
2

DANIEL H

Verified

October 12, 2021 • Stayed at: 125, Loop: Area 5

5

Very nice Campground. Corps campgrounds are all excellent in our experience. Look for them when we travel.

Ken P

Verified

October 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 106, Loop: Area 4C

5

Great place to stay - not a bad site anywhere.

Ken P

Verified

October 11, 2021 • Stayed at: 106, Loop: Area 4C

5

Great place to stay - not a bad site anywhere.

Kevin and Stacie M

Verified

October 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: Area 2

4

Great camping at Bo Wood is always guaranteed. Corp of Engineer campsites are always safe, clean, level, and near great water sports.

Kevin and Stacie M

Verified

October 10, 2021 • Stayed at: 036, Loop: Area 2

4

Great camping at Bo Wood is always guaranteed. Corp of Engineer campsites are always safe, clean, level, and near great water sports.

Leslie M

Verified

October 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Area 2

5

This campground is our happy place, and we are here almost monthly when it is open. We have our favorite spots, and always love our stays here. The hosts are always so nice, love the easy access to the lake and we are always relaxed and happy at our happy place!

Leslie M

Verified

October 8, 2021 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: Area 2

5

This campground is our happy place, and we are here almost monthly when it is open. We have our favorite spots, and always love our stays here. The hosts are always so nice, love the easy access to the lake and we are always relaxed and happy at our happy place!

Dale D

Verified

October 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: Area 2

5

Can’t ask for any better hosts! Campsites are clean and ready to setup! Always happy to come back to this campground!

Dale D

Verified

October 4, 2021 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: Area 2

5

Can’t ask for any better hosts! Campsites are clean and ready to setup! Always happy to come back to this campground!

Kenneth C

Verified

October 1, 2021 • Stayed at: 034, Loop: Area 2

4

Loved the park .

Location Forrest W. Bo Wood

Address:
1989 St. Highway 16
Shelbyville, IL, 62565
United States

Highway access

Forrest W. Bo Wood is located approximately 15 miles from Interstate 57, which provides access to major destinations in the region.

Latitude & Longitude: 39.5514 / -88.6222

Elevation: 188 feet

Map of Forrest W. Bo Wood location at Shelbyville, IL, United States
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Last updated: June 4, 2026

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