Forrest W. Bo Wood

1989 St. Highway 16, Shelbyville, Illinois, United States
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F.W. "Bo" Wood
Forrest W. Bo Wood Campground Fee Booth Hours
Playground in Area 2 Near site 38
Main Shower Building in Area 2
Bo Wood Lake Views - Area 5

Featured amenities

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Playground 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/

Available sites

135 total sites
RV Sites 131 sites Check Availability Tent Sites 4 sites Check Availability

Activities & Attractions

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Fishing

Fishing

Year-round
Swimming

Swimming

Summer

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
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Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

Pet friendly Pet friendly
Playground 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
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Rates, Sites & Availability

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135 Sites Available

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Price
🚐 001, Loop: Area 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 16 ft
🚐 002, Loop: Area 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 × 15 ft
🚐 003, Loop: Area 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 × 14 ft
🚐 004, Loop: Area 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 13 ft
🚐 005, Loop: Area 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 16 ft
🚐 006, Loop: Area 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 85 × 14 ft
🚐 007, Loop: Area 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 × 14 ft
🚐 008, Loop: Area 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 × 17 ft
🚐 009, Loop: Area 1 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 57 × 19 ft
🚐 011, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 16 ft
🚐 012, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 85 × 15 ft
🚐 013, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 85 × 14 ft
🚐 014, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 110 × 15 ft
🚐 015, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 16 ft
🚐 016, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 13 ft
🚐 017, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 13 ft
🚐 018, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 85 × 13 ft
🚐 019, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 14 ft
🚐 020, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 × 18 ft
🚐 021, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 20 ft
🚐 023, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 16 ft
🚐 024, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 18 ft
🚐 025, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 12 ft
🚐 026, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 13 ft
🚐 027, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 × 13 ft
🚐 028, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 85 × 14 ft
🚐 029, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 13 ft
🚐 030, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 16 ft
🚐 031, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 13 ft
🚐 032, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 13 ft
🚐 033, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 14 ft
🚐 034, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 × 30 ft
🚐 035, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 × 20 ft
🚐 036, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 15 ft
🚐 037, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 15 ft
🚐 038, Loop: Area 2 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 18 ft
🚐 039, Loop: Area 3 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 040, Loop: Area 3 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 041, Loop: Area 3 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 042, Loop: Area 3 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 043, Loop: Area 3 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 044, Loop: Area 3 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 045, Loop: Area 3 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 046, Loop: Area 3 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 047, Loop: Area 3 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 048, Loop: Area 3 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 050, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 60 × 19 ft
🚐 051, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 × 14 ft
🚐 052, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 × 23 ft
🚐 053, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 18 ft
🚐 054, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 16 ft
🚐 055, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 150 × 20 ft
🚐 056, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 115 × 13 ft
🚐 057, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 95 × 16 ft
🚐 058, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 105 × 15 ft
🚐 059, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 120 × 20 ft
🚐 060, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 110 × 16 ft
🚐 061, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 22 ft
🚐 062, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 × 14 ft
🚐 063, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 14 ft
🚐 064, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 14 ft
🚐 065, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 100 × 14 ft
🚐 066, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 115 × 13 ft
🚐 067, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 14 ft
🚐 068, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 14 ft
🚐 069, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 12 ft
🚐 070, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 18 ft
🚐 071, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 × 14 ft
🚐 072, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 13 ft
🚐 073, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 12 ft
🚐 074, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 25 ft
🚐 075, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 24 ft
🚐 076, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 14 ft
🚐 077, Loop: Area 4A RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 × 24 ft
🚐 078, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 079, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 080, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 081, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 082, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 083, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 084, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 085, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 086, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 087, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 088, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 089, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 090, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 091, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 093, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 23 ft
🚐 094, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 095, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 22 ft
🚐 096, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 19 ft
🚐 097, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 85 × 24 ft
🚐 098, Loop: Area 4B RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 85 × 25 ft
🚐 099, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 100, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 101, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 102, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 103, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 104, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 105, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 106, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 107, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 108, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 109, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 110, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 111, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 112, Loop: Area 4C RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 114, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 115, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 116, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 117, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 118, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 119, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 120, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 121, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 122, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 123, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 124, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 125, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · Full hookups · 50 amp
🚐 126, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 80 × 21 ft
🚐 127, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 90 × 24 ft
🚐 128, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 × 26 ft
🚐 129, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 50 × 20 ft
🚐 130, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 75 × 14 ft
🚐 131, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 110 × 15 ft
🚐 132, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 × 16 ft
🚐 133, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 70 × 15 ft
🚐 134, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 24 ft
🚐 135, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 55 × 25 ft
🚐 136, Loop: Area 5 RV
Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 65 × 30 ft
⛺ 138, Loop: Area 5 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 139, Loop: Area 5 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 140, Loop: Area 5 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade
⛺ 141, Loop: Area 5 Tent
Pet Friendly · Campfire · Yes shade

Reviews

1400 reviews

Summary

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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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4.6

Overall rating

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4 stars 20.1% (282)
3 stars 4.1% (58)
2 stars 2.4% (33)
1 star 0.1% (2)

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Kenny M

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August 2, 2024 Stayed at: 057, Loop: Area 4A

We've stayed at Bo Woods many times. It's always clean, even the bathrooms. Some of the sites are VERY long. They all seem level. Shelbyville Lake is beautiful.

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Kenny M

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August 2, 2024 Stayed at: 057, Loop: Area 4A

We've stayed at Bo Woods many times. It's always clean, even the bathrooms. Some of the sites are VERY long. They all seem level. Shelbyville Lake is beautiful.

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BJ H

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August 1, 2024 Stayed at: 090, Loop: Area 4B

Big, spacious and clean. Very friendly staff. Although not a negative, the entrance is a little tedious - like threading a needle.

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BJ H

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August 1, 2024 Stayed at: 090, Loop: Area 4B

Big, spacious and clean. Very friendly staff. Although not a negative, the entrance is a little tedious - like threading a needle.

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Debbie F

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July 28, 2024 Stayed at: 066, Loop: Area 4A

I can’t say enough good things about this campgrounds. The sites were long and level. Our site was 115’ in length. Long enough for our truck, boat and camper. Just a short walk down a path and could walk down to the boat. The lake was nice and quiet. Not many boats on the water as we would have expected. Would highly recommend!

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gretchen h

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July 28, 2024 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Area 2

Campground and site were both very nice.

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Debbie F

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July 28, 2024 Stayed at: 066, Loop: Area 4A

I can’t say enough good things about this campgrounds. The sites were long and level. Our site was 115’ in length. Long enough for our truck, boat and camper. Just a short walk down a path and could walk down to the boat. The lake was nice and quiet. Not many boats on the water as we would have expected. Would highly recommend!

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gretchen h

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July 28, 2024 Stayed at: 019, Loop: Area 2

Campground and site were both very nice.

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Loren M

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July 27, 2024 Stayed at: 045, Loop: Area 3

Beautiful campground and Campsite with lake view. Very friendly hosts.
A bit disappointed in the messy firepit, and we cleaned it up for the next campers . Had a heavy rain one night and a Camp Swampy for most of the next day until in drained away. Had to leave day early, and was pleasantly surprised to get a day's refund! Didn't expect that. The full shade was very nice in 90's temps. 4.5 stars outta 5.

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Loren M

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July 27, 2024 Stayed at: 045, Loop: Area 3

Beautiful campground and Campsite with lake view. Very friendly hosts.
A bit disappointed in the messy firepit, and we cleaned it up for the next campers . Had a heavy rain one night and a Camp Swampy for most of the next day until in drained away. Had to leave day early, and was pleasantly surprised to get a day's refund! Didn't expect that. The full shade was very nice in 90's temps. 4.5 stars outta 5.

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Location & Directions for Forrest W. Bo Wood

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

Elevation: 188 ft

Nearest town

Shelbyville, IL - 21 mi

About 26 min to downtown

Highway access

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

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