The 1987–1988 season was the 109th season in Bolton Wanderers F.C.
's existence, and their first season in the Fourth Division following relegation from the Third Division.
Until the 2020-21 season, it was the only season that the club had spent in the bottom tier of English football.
This article covers the period from 1 July 1987 to 30 June 1988.
[1] Bolton retained the previous season's kit, manufactured by Umbro and sponsored by Normid.