About Forrest W. Bo Wood
Number of accommodations: 135
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Fishing
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Playground
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
On Site Services
- Playground
Water Access
- Lake Access
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (1262)
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.
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
Shellie S
VerifiedMay 1, 2024 • Stayed at: 044, Loop: Area 3
Always love camping at Bo Woods. Only negative is that site 44's gravel area gets really wet--and stays wet--longer than any of the other sites in loop 3.
Christina S
VerifiedApril 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 130, Loop: Area 5
Great place to stay, very clean park and bathrooms! Campsites are nice to camp on and park.
Christina S
VerifiedApril 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 130, Loop: Area 5
Great place to stay, very clean park and bathrooms! Campsites are nice to camp on and park.
Cyndi Y
VerifiedApril 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: Area 5
We love camping here! They have a dog park to use if you have dogs. Everything is clean & very well taken care of.
Cyndi Y
VerifiedApril 28, 2024 • Stayed at: 114, Loop: Area 5
We love camping here! They have a dog park to use if you have dogs. Everything is clean & very well taken care of.
Harold B
VerifiedNovember 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Area 2
Very well maintained campground, friendly staff and looking forward to next year camping season
Harold B
VerifiedNovember 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: Area 2
Very well maintained campground, friendly staff and looking forward to next year camping season
steve k
VerifiedNovember 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: Area 2
Bo Wood, nice ACOE campground in central Illinois. Located on Lake Shelbyville, it seemed to have multiple lane access points for boats, though we didn’t indulge in that.
Wonderful hiking trails throughout the area, though you have to drive a few minutes to get to them.
The campground itself was clean, although in a busier season I could see it seemed well TOO packed, as the sites are close together.
Unfortunately the campground was hit by vandals a few weeks before we got there, so three out of four of the showers and other things, such a lights and out buildings were defaced and out of order.
We went in late October, days before the season was over, the fall colors were there, the water was crystal clear.
The area was very cool, hiking was good, and campground even late in the year was nice.
Oh, and having a senior pass makes it super affordable. Do it.
steve k
VerifiedNovember 4, 2023 • Stayed at: 019, Loop: Area 2
Bo Wood, nice ACOE campground in central Illinois. Located on Lake Shelbyville, it seemed to have multiple lane access points for boats, though we didn’t indulge in that.
Wonderful hiking trails throughout the area, though you have to drive a few minutes to get to them.
The campground itself was clean, although in a busier season I could see it seemed well TOO packed, as the sites are close together.
Unfortunately the campground was hit by vandals a few weeks before we got there, so three out of four of the showers and other things, such a lights and out buildings were defaced and out of order.
We went in late October, days before the season was over, the fall colors were there, the water was crystal clear.
The area was very cool, hiking was good, and campground even late in the year was nice.
Oh, and having a senior pass makes it super affordable. Do it.
Richard E
VerifiedNovember 3, 2023 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: Area 3
Our favorite place to camp. We enjoy the paid staff who work at Bo Woods.
Location Forrest W. Bo Wood
Address:
1989 St. Highway 16
Shelbyville, IL, 62565
United States
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
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
