Army Corps of Engineers · Lake Shelbyville

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/LakeShelbyvilleUSACE . Visit it our USACE Lake Shelbyville Website for more information on Lake Shelbyville. https://www.mvs.usace.army.mil/Missions/Recreation/Lake-Shelbyville/ .

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Campsites

Standard with electric	131
Host/management	6
tent only electric	4
Total	141

Amenities & rules

✓ Electric hookups✓ Water hookups✓ Sewer hookups✓ Pets allowed✓ Campfires allowed✓ Tent padsMax vehicle length 150 ftRVs & trailersTents

Compiled from site-level records; individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.

Getting there

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.

Campgrounds nearby

First-come

Lake Shelbyville

Sullivan Marina And Campground

1.2 miles away

Reservable

Lake Shelbyville

Wilborn Creek (Group Camp)

4.6 miles away

9.3 miles away

10.2 miles away

10.8 miles away

10.9 miles away

Data source: Recreation.gov RIDB, retrieved August 30, 2026. The Campsite Atlas is an independent publication and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Recreation.gov or any federal agency. Always confirm critical details on the official Recreation.gov page before you travel.