W.p. Franklin N Near Alva, FL

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About W.p. Franklin N

Visitors flock to W.P. Franklin Campground for its well-kept facilities and location on the Caloosahatchee River, where campers can fish, boat and take it easy in sunny southwest Florida. The campground, about 10 mi east of Fort Myers, provides visitors with a taste of tranquil, tropical country life. Nearby Telegraph Creek, offers exciting opportunities to canoe Florida's backcountry swamps and view wildlife.

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🚐 02, Loop: WFRN RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 33 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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🚐 02, Loop: WFRN RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 33 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

⛺ Boat Site 01, Loop: WFRN Tent

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Reviews (1317)

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What Guests Are Saying

W.P. Franklin campground is highly praised for its cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and friendly staff, making it a favorite for many visitors. The serene river surroundings and well-spaced sites offer a relaxing atmosphere for fishing and enjoying nature. However, concerns about excessive speed bumps and some strict monitoring by hosts were noted, with suggestions for improvement on these aspects.

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Drew G

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March 21, 2022 • Stayed at: 15, Loop: WFRN

Love this place. Too bad we found it so late in our life.

Patty H

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March 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: WFRN

My husband and I have stayed at the WP Franklin locks campground twice now and it is simply awesome. The views are breath taking of the water ways and the facilities are always very well taken care of. Love this place and will be back to try out the kayaking next time!

Cindy A

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March 20, 2022 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: WFRN

This was our second time here and just as nice at the first. Clean and quiet. Check out activities at Babcock Ranch, they have art shows, music and food trucks at various times. We also enjoyed riding into Punta Gorda, they have a great farmers market on Saturday mornings.

Robert S

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March 19, 2022 • Stayed at: 05, Loop: WFRN

The couple in charge when we checked in were extremely helpful

stephen s

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March 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 04, Loop: WFRN

Unfortunately, the secret is already out, it's nearly impossible to get campsites at this beautiful location with water views. The campground is well kept with all the amenities except sewer. So please don't' tell anyone else about campground.

Janet W

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March 17, 2022 • Stayed at: 07, Loop: WFRN

Andrew D

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March 16, 2022 • Stayed at: Boat Site 06, Loop: WFRN

Nice site, close to Ft Myers downtown. Wish it could hold more campers, seems set up for the big ones.

Thomas I

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March 8, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: WFRN

Our favorite campground of all time

Peter John G

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March 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 25, Loop: WFRN

WP Franklin is an excellent campground. The volunteer hosts go out of their way to make campers feel welcome. It’s always a pleasure to return if I’m lucky enough to get a site.

Darlene W

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March 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: WFRN

A beautiful campground. So relaxing with tons of birds and boats to watch. Great space between sites.

Location & Directions for W.p. Franklin N

17850 North Franklin Lock Road, Alva, FL 33920 United States

Elevation: 3 ft

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Getting There

From I-75, take Exit 141, following SR 80 E to SR 31. Turn N on

SR 31 and travel 4 mi to SR 78. Turn E on SR 78 for 3 mi and turn S on

North Franklin Lock Rd into the campground.

From I-75, take Exit 143, following Bayshore Boulevard E to SR 31...

Nearest town

Alva, FL - 5.9 mi

About 9 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via I-75, with exits 141 and 143 leading to SR 31. From SR 31, travelers can reach SR 78, which connects directly to North Franklin Lock Road.

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