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Forrest W. Bo Wood

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About

US Army Corps of Engineers

Overview

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.

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Location

Forrest W. Bo Wood is located in Illinois

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Sullivan, Illinois, take State Route 32 south for two miles to the Forrest W. ''Bo'' Wood sign, then turn right and drive a half-mile to the campground.

Coordinates

39.55138873 N
88.62222281 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

Stay Connected

  • WiFi
    Unknown
  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Available

Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group
  • Tent Cabin

Features

For Campers

  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Electric Hookups
  • Toilets
  • Alcohol
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump
  • Sewer Hookups
  • Water Hookups
  • Pull-Through Sites
  • Big Rig Friendly

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8 Reviews

Katherine T.
Reviewed Jul. 31, 2023

Not a lot of privacy for tent camping

This was a quick overnight in a tent on a road trip for me. Site 75 was what was available when I booked last minute. It's level with grass to pitch a tent but definitely in a loop of the park better suited to travel trailers/RVs etc. Not much privacy between sites but backs up to woods. The…

Site75
Month of VisitAugust
  • Shower
jThe Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Jun. 26, 2023

Quiet, clean dites

It’s crowded near the road but spreads out well at the back of the site. Lots of people here today

Siteloop 2 site26
Month of VisitJuly
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Austin-Tarra G.The Dyrt PRO User
Reviewed Oct. 11, 2021

Good Spot Except for the Large Amount of Sewer Flies

We stayed at Boo Wood Campground for about five days and enjoyed much of their amenities.

The campground featured a dog park which provided room for our dogs to run around. There was also multiple playgrounds and even a small amphitheater. There was a large boat ramp with ample parking. We…

Site124
Month of VisitOctober
  • Camp Office for Check In
  • Campsite Size

Location

Forrest W. Bo Wood is located in Illinois

Detail location of campground

Directions

From Sullivan, Illinois, take State Route 32 south for two miles to the Forrest W. ''Bo'' Wood sign, then turn right and drive a half-mile to the campground.

Coordinates

39.55138873 N
88.62222281 W

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