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
jeffrey y
VerifiedJuly 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 132, Loop: Area 5
We have camped at Bo Wood for many years and we continue to love the area
Jason N
VerifiedJuly 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 125, Loop: Area 5
Site 125. Shaded and spacious. We have Verizon cell service and we only got 1 or 2 bars at this site. Neighbors were friendly.
Jason N
VerifiedJuly 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 125, Loop: Area 5
Site 125. Shaded and spacious. We have Verizon cell service and we only got 1 or 2 bars at this site. Neighbors were friendly.
cathy c
VerifiedJuly 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 108, Loop: Area 4C
Forrest Bo Woods is a clean, well-manicured campground. We live in Mattoon and always camp at Bo Woods. It's the best, by far. The only problem, at this time, is the reservation system now in place. There are no sites you can just drive in the park and camp in without a reservation. I camped last week, and for the most part, the campground was sparsely populated, that is, until the weekend came around. The reservation system makes the campground appear online to have very few available sites when attempting to plan a trip, but that's not how the actual campground looks when you're there. It has been brought to my attention by fellow campers that some people reserve a site every month for two weeks at a time. If they change their mind about camping those two weeks, they just cancel. Do those cancelled reservations then appear as available sites on recreation.gov? I cannot figure out how the campground can look so bare, but reserving a site for maybe 5-7 days appears almost impossible, while the campground has only a handful of actual campers. Thank you for a helpful response to my questions!
cathy c
VerifiedJuly 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 108, Loop: Area 4C
Forrest Bo Woods is a clean, well-manicured campground. We live in Mattoon and always camp at Bo Woods. It's the best, by far. The only problem, at this time, is the reservation system now in place. There are no sites you can just drive in the park and camp in without a reservation. I camped last week, and for the most part, the campground was sparsely populated, that is, until the weekend came around. The reservation system makes the campground appear online to have very few available sites when attempting to plan a trip, but that's not how the actual campground looks when you're there. It has been brought to my attention by fellow campers that some people reserve a site every month for two weeks at a time. If they change their mind about camping those two weeks, they just cancel. Do those cancelled reservations then appear as available sites on recreation.gov? I cannot figure out how the campground can look so bare, but reserving a site for maybe 5-7 days appears almost impossible, while the campground has only a handful of actual campers. Thank you for a helpful response to my questions!
Harley B
VerifiedJuly 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 117, Loop: Area 5
The best campground by far! It is always clean and well cared for! Hosts are very nice and helpful. Many lake view sites. Quiet, peaceful, and scenic. Great place to recharge. H. Bishop Jr.
Harley B
VerifiedJuly 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 117, Loop: Area 5
The best campground by far! It is always clean and well cared for! Hosts are very nice and helpful. Many lake view sites. Quiet, peaceful, and scenic. Great place to recharge. H. Bishop Jr.
Jill S
VerifiedJuly 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 101, Loop: Area 4C
A very nice park and the campground hostess was very pleasant. The sites aren’t completely flat so we had to work at it but they are large and mostly flat. Some sites are in the trees but still easy to get into with a larger camper. Sullivan is a nice town and you are very close to Arthur.
Jill S
VerifiedJuly 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 101, Loop: Area 4C
A very nice park and the campground hostess was very pleasant. The sites aren’t completely flat so we had to work at it but they are large and mostly flat. Some sites are in the trees but still easy to get into with a larger camper. Sullivan is a nice town and you are very close to Arthur.
Marc N
VerifiedJuly 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 037, Loop: Area 2
the sites were nice and level, liked the rocked drive. the showers could use some work, dirty and a lot of bugs.
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
