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1400 reviews
Bo Woods Campground is praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained sites, and friendly staff, making it a popular choice for campers. Many visitors enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere and the ample opportunities for boating and biking in the area. However, some noted the limitations in fishing access, crowded weekends, and the condition of restrooms, suggesting areas for improvement. Overall, it remains a favored destination for camping enthusiasts.
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July 24, 2025 Stayed at: 047, Loop: Area 3
Loved camping at Bo Woods. Spent every evening at the dog park for an hour. Nice view of sunset by the picnic pavilion We went to Arthur to eat at Yoder’s and shop at Beachy bulk foods. Nice shady spots fairly level. We also enjoyed our picnic lunch at Willow Ridge winery. They have some excellent wine and are very friendly. The shower house was clean and nice shower head.
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July 25, 2025 Stayed at: 032, Loop: Area 2
In the Army Corps of Engineers campground book, it said "Reservations accepted." I opted not to make a reservation ahead of time, so I could look at the sites first. When I got to the campground, I found a site and was about to set up and learned someone had reserved the site, but it was not marked in any way, so I moved, no big deal. However, as I talked to the neighboring campers, they shared they and their friends reserve the same two campsites every weekend. They've been doing it for years. One of the sites was probably the best site in the entire campground and every weekend it goes to them. Perhaps they were exaggerating, but this seems odd and also not exactly equitable.
The sites were of decent size, but close together and not a lot of trees offering privacy from neighboring campers. The lake is beautiful though and the campground was quiet.
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July 25, 2025 Stayed at: 032, Loop: Area 2
In the Army Corps of Engineers campground book, it said "Reservations accepted." I opted not to make a reservation ahead of time, so I could look at the sites first. When I got to the campground, I found a site and was about to set up and learned someone had reserved the site, but it was not marked in any way, so I moved, no big deal. However, as I talked to the neighboring campers, they shared they and their friends reserve the same two campsites every weekend. They've been doing it for years. One of the sites was probably the best site in the entire campground and every weekend it goes to them. Perhaps they were exaggerating, but this seems odd and also not exactly equitable.
The sites were of decent size, but close together and not a lot of trees offering privacy from neighboring campers. The lake is beautiful though and the campground was quiet.
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July 27, 2025 Stayed at: 025, Loop: Area 2
Love this campground . So clean . Excellent host
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July 27, 2025 Stayed at: 025, Loop: Area 2
Love this campground . So clean . Excellent host
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July 28, 2025 Stayed at: 122, Loop: Area 5
We love Bo Wood, the lake is great!
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July 28, 2025 Stayed at: 096, Loop: Area 4B
Perfect place to ride bikes. NJ
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July 28, 2025 Stayed at: 122, Loop: Area 5
We love Bo Wood, the lake is great!
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July 28, 2025 Stayed at: 096, Loop: Area 4B
Perfect place to ride bikes. NJ
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July 29, 2025 Stayed at: 004, Loop: Area 1
Clean and tidy sites, courteous and helpful staff. Will stay there again if we're in the area.
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1989 St. Highway 16, Shelbyville, IL 62565 United States
Elevation: 188 ft
Forrest W. Bo Wood is located approximately 15 miles from Interstate 57, which provides access to major destinations in the region.
Last updated: October 24, 2026
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Population: 4,351
Nearby city: Decatur, IL
Approx. 27 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 640 ft
Shelbyville, IL
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