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VerifiedSeptember 22, 2024 Stayed at: 03, Loop: WFRN
A great setting along the Caloosahatchee River, with waterfront campsites, and clean facilities.
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1317 reviews
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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September 22, 2024 Stayed at: 03, Loop: WFRN
A great setting along the Caloosahatchee River, with waterfront campsites, and clean facilities.
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September 5, 2024 Stayed at: 05, Loop: WFRN
First time camping here. Sites are set up nice. Water and electric, dump station near exit. Made reservations again here for end of October.
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September 5, 2024 Stayed at: 25, Loop: WFRN
Staff was friendly and helpful!
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September 5, 2024 Stayed at: 05, Loop: WFRN
First time camping here. Sites are set up nice. Water and electric, dump station near exit. Made reservations again here for end of October.
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September 5, 2024 Stayed at: 25, Loop: WFRN
Staff was friendly and helpful!
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September 2, 2024 Stayed at: 09, Loop: WFRN
Paradise
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September 2, 2024 Stayed at: 09, Loop: WFRN
Paradise
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August 30, 2024 Stayed at: 10, Loop: WFRN
I have been camping at wp franklin for years. Always loved #10 site. But now you can hardly see the river because of the mangroves planted on shoreline. Very disappointed. Can those atleast be trimmed to see more of the beautiful view
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August 30, 2024 Stayed at: 10, Loop: WFRN
I have been camping at wp franklin for years. Always loved #10 site. But now you can hardly see the river because of the mangroves planted on shoreline. Very disappointed. Can those atleast be trimmed to see more of the beautiful view
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August 25, 2024 Stayed at: 15, Loop: WFRN
1st time here, sites are very clean and easy to back into. Bathrooms are Exceptionally Clean, Camp Host very friendly & helpful.
Several local restaurants nearby like the Boathouse on the Caloosahatchee River. Great place to watch the boats go up and down the river, good fishing at the Lock for Snook & Tarpon. We already booked our 2nd visit this September!
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17850 North Franklin Lock Road, Alva, FL 33920 United States
Elevation: 3 ft
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...
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.
Turn N on SR 31 and travel 1.5 mi to SR 78. Turn E on SR 78 for 3 mi and turn S on North Franklin Lock Rd into the campground.
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.
Last updated: October 21, 2026