Reservations are available at Sherwood Forest, a municipally managed campground in Hillsboro, Illinois, open April 1 through October 31 with nightly rates running $25 to $45. Sites accommodate RVs up to 72 feet with electric and water hookups, and a dump station is on site. Tent campers have access to an open grassy area near the lake where they can choose their own spot. The campground sits within a forested setting, with tree coverage along the perimeter that gives the property a degree of separation from the surrounding area.
Most sites are occupied by long-term campers, which shapes the overall atmosphere. Several reviewers note that the campground runs quietly, and the hosts have drawn consistent praise for being hands-on and welcoming, including meeting new arrivals in the evening and providing golf cart tours of available spots. Site size varies: some reviewers found their sites spacious with large lawn areas, while RV campers noted that hookup sites can feel close together, with limited tree coverage between neighbors.
The campground has lake access, which is a draw for water-oriented visitors, and also provides boat-in entry for those arriving by water. Facilities include showers, toilets, drinking water, WiFi, and campfire access. Jeff B. describes the playground as "super nice and very well maintained." Cleanliness comes up positively across multiple reviews. Pets are allowed.
Campers based in the Hillsboro area can find campgrounds near Hillsboro across a range of settings. Nearby alternatives include River Front Campground to the southwest and Lake Lou Yaeger Campground to the west. Sherwood Forest is a reasonable base for anyone wanting full hookups, host-supported check-in, and lake proximity in central Illinois.
Description
Sherwood Forest Campground, located at 920 City Lake Road, is situated in a wooded setting adjacent to Hillsboro Lake. There are 125 permanent campsites, 15 short term campsites, and two host sites. All sites have electrical and water hookups with a dump station available within the campground. There is a clean, well maintained shower house facility as well as another public comfort station available for campers and their guests. Other amenities include a covered stage, pavilions, and a playground.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsSherwood Forest is located in Illinois near Hillsboro
Directions
From Jct of SR-16 & SR-127 (in town), N 0.4 mi on SR-16/SR-127 to Seward St, E 100 ft to Main St, S around square to N Main, N 1.6 mi to CR-1275N, E 1.4 mi (E)
Coordinates
39.1790002 N
89.471 W
Connectivity
T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageLast on 7/19/26
VerizonLTESome Coverage- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageLast on 7/19/26
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 50 min from Springfield, IL
- 1 hr 6 min from St. Louis, MO
- 1 hr 8 min from Decatur, IL
- 1 hr 41 min from Champaign, IL
