Forrest W. Bo Wood Picnic Shelter
Closed — Currently closed for winter. Reservations available through Recreation.gov during operating season. Shelter hours are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily when open.
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 10:23PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Moderately strong winds out of the south to southwest will continue late this evening into the overnight hours. Expect a few sporadic gusts of 40 to 50 mph with more frequent gusts of 25 to 40 mph. These winds can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
About
Forrest W. Bo Wood Picnic Shelter is a reservable group facility within the larger Bo Wood Recreation Area on the northern shore of Lake Shelbyville in central Illinois. The shelter accommodates groups with 6 picnic tables, 1 group grill, overhead lighting, and 2 electrical outlets. Open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., the shelter is available first-come, first-served when not reserved. The facility is located near a unique dog park featuring two enclosed areas with agility training equipment including hurdles, tunnels, and ramps. Flush restrooms are available nearby. A small parking lot serves the shelter with additional parking down the road. The recreation area sits on Lake Shelbyville's shoreline surrounded by oak and hickory forests. The 11,100-acre lake offers fishing for catfish, crappie, largemouth bass, muskie, walleye, white bass, and bluegill, with a boat ramp providing water access. The forested setting attracts diverse wildlife including songbirds, waterfowl, raptors, white-tailed deer, and various small mammals. The town of Sullivan is 3 miles north.
Directions
From Sullivan, Illinois, go three miles south on State Route 32 to Forrest W. Bo Wood Recreation Area. Turn right into the recreation area and follow the road past the campground to the turnaround to reach the day-use picnic shelter.
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Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $30 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (217) 774-3951 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
| View on Recreation.gov |
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