Katherine W
VerifiedMarch 17, 2024 Stayed at: 17, Loop: WFRN
All went well, friendly and fish were caught, weather was great. Going again in Sept!!
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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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March 17, 2024 Stayed at: 17, Loop: WFRN
All went well, friendly and fish were caught, weather was great. Going again in Sept!!
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March 17, 2024 Stayed at: 11, Loop: WFRN
Nice campground, sites are paved with a covered picnic table in a gravel covered patio area. All the sites are on the water, but water out for gators! Located near Fort Meyers so there is plenty of shopping, dining and entertainment options. There is a fishing pier, and depending on the host you are also allowed to fish from your site. The rule for this is unclear, different rules stated by the 2 hosts. It should be clear and consistent where you are allowed to fish.
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March 17, 2024 Stayed at: 17, Loop: WFRN
All went well, friendly and fish were caught, weather was great. Going again in Sept!!
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March 13, 2024 Stayed at: 02, Loop: WFRN
Great views and sunsets
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March 13, 2024 Stayed at: 02, Loop: WFRN
Great views and sunsets
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March 10, 2024 Stayed at: 23, Loop: WFRN
Everything about this campground was great
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March 10, 2024 Stayed at: 04, Loop: WFRN
Quiet and clean campground with friendly hosts. Wish the COE would bring back the laundry facilities.
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March 10, 2024 Stayed at: 23, Loop: WFRN
Everything about this campground was great
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March 10, 2024 Stayed at: 04, Loop: WFRN
Quiet and clean campground with friendly hosts. Wish the COE would bring back the laundry facilities.
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March 7, 2024 Stayed at: 30, Loop: WFRN
A beautiful setting with excellent facilities. Every site is a waterfront site. Level, concrete pads with nice asphalt roads, manicured grass. and a boat ramp. The lock is open to view boat traffic. Hard to get a spot here because it is so popular. Absolutely loved the place....!
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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 24, 2026