Forrest W. Bo Wood, near Shelbyville, Illinois, is a solid choice for campers looking to enjoy the great outdoors with a touch of comfort. This campground offers a mix of tent and RV sites, many of which are conveniently located near the beautiful [Lake Shelbyville](https://thedyrt.com/camping/illinois/near/lake-shelbyville), making it a prime spot for fishing and boating.

The facilities here are well-kept, with clean bathrooms and hot showers that visitors appreciate after a long day of activities. Many campers have noted the spacious sites, which provide a good amount of shade, perfect for those hot summer days. As one reviewer mentioned, “Nice big spacious sites! Reserve early to get full hookup!” 

For those traveling with pets, there’s a dog park where your furry friends can run around and enjoy some freedom. Plus, the campground features playgrounds for the kids and a boat ramp for easy access to the lake. While some campers have mentioned that the sites can feel a bit close together, the overall vibe is friendly and welcoming, making it a great spot for families and groups.

If you’re looking to explore, you’ll find plenty of outdoor activities nearby, from hiking trails to water sports on the lake. Whether you’re planning a quick weekend trip or a longer stay, Forrest W. Bo Wood has the essentials to make your camping experience enjoyable.

## 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. [Click here][1] for a virtual tour of the Lake Shelbyville area.
## Recreation

 Lake Shelbyville offers a multitude of fishing opportunities for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass and bluegill. The campground has a boat ramp for easy access to the water, and for those without a boat, several ponds with farmed fish are available around the lake. Hunting areas located within a short drive offer numerous game species, including quail, rabbit, pheasant, deer, dove, turkey, waterfowl and woodcock.
## Facilities

 Bo Wood is a large facility with more than 140 campsites that all provide electric hookups. For those without RVs, there are several tent-only sites. The campground has flush toilets, showers, a playground, dump station and a high-water boat ramp.
## Natural Features

 This facility lies on the shoreline with a steep descent down to the water. Oak and hickory forests offer plenty of shade. Foliage turns a variety of red, orange, purple and yellow each fall, while prairie flowers dot the landscape in spring and summer. Numerous species of songbirds, shorebirds, waterfowl and raptors inhabit the lake area, as do mammals such as cottontail rabbit, white-tail deer, gray and fox squirrel, muskrat and mink. 
## Nearby Attractions

 Wolf Creek State Park, Woods Lake Waterfowl Refuge and Okaw Bluff Wetlands Complex are popular locations for wildlife watching, birding and hunting near Lake Shelbyville. 

[1]: http://www.photographyoptions.net/images/usace/shelbyville/flash/PhotographyOptions_shelbyville.html

Forrest W. Bo Wood

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I thought the campsites were crammed together.  The primitive looked nicer but we were in our camper and wanted electric.  It’s a nice place but I like a little more space.

Another adventure 

Nice big spacious sites! Reserve early to get full hookup! Right on lake Shelbyville.

Very nice!

Nice place for a weekend visit or a week of fun on Lake Shelbyville. Sites are spread out fairly well and there’s plenty of shade from the summer sun. Wish it were closer to home. A bit far for a short weekend away but always worth the time. 

Nice place to camp need to get back

One of the nicest on the lake. Clean, well maintained, nice spacious spots, boat ramp and parking, dog run, playground. Reservation made on Recreation.gov.  Sometimes available spots for one night. Can stay for two weeks in thirty day period.

Forrest Bo Woods, Corp of Engineer campground

Located on Lake Shelbyville,  Bo Wood is an Army Co of Engineers park. Plenty of full hook ups and tent camping spots. Most by the lake. Well kept with bathroom and shower facilities, a playground and laundry.  

Bo Wood is a hidden treasure

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 put in our kayaks on the boat ramp and enjoyed a nice paddle on a portion of the Shelbyville Lake.  

  

We paid less than$25 a night for full hooks up and we had an almost lake view.  

  

Our biggest issue with this campsite was the extensive bugs, once the sun goes down the bugs get horribly bad. We let our dogs out past 8 p.m. and our camper was covered with swarms of psychodidae(sewer) flies. Once we quickly got in our camper, we spent the next hour killing the swarms of sewer flies that entered our camper. We learned our lesson and once the sun went down, we did not leave our camper.

Good Spot Except for the Large Amount of Sewer Flies

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

Quiet,  clean dites

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 bathrooms were clean with good hot showers. Would return again if I could snag a tent loop site. 

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