About W.p. Franklin N
Available sites
37 total sites
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Campground Amenities
Most popular amenities
Pet friendly
Showers
RV Utilities and Hookups
- Dump station on site
Water and Hygiene
- Showers
Pets and Policies
- Pet friendly
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Reviews (1317)
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.
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.
Review Summary
Yves M
VerifiedMay 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: WFRN
no swiming ! when it's hot is difficult.
site very clean.
Ruth H
VerifiedMay 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: WFRN
Good
Yves M
VerifiedMay 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 26, Loop: WFRN
no swiming ! when it's hot is difficult.
site very clean.
Ruth H
VerifiedMay 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 18, Loop: WFRN
Good
Sandra M
VerifiedMay 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: WFRN
Loved it there! Beautiful, clean and just awesome! We have reserved two more trips there. The river is so relaxing and the volunteers were very nice. Such a nice trip. We live 45 minutes away but it’s like another state!
Sandra M
VerifiedMay 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 22, Loop: WFRN
Loved it there! Beautiful, clean and just awesome! We have reserved two more trips there. The river is so relaxing and the volunteers were very nice. Such a nice trip. We live 45 minutes away but it’s like another state!
Joanne S
VerifiedMay 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: WFRN
Beautiful setting bring your kayak, canoe or boat and don’t forget your fishing poles.
Joanne S
VerifiedMay 6, 2022 • Stayed at: 02, Loop: WFRN
Beautiful setting bring your kayak, canoe or boat and don’t forget your fishing poles.
Scott B
VerifiedMay 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: WFRN
WP Franklin is a often overlooked gem campground. Yes, there are just 31 sites, however ALL of them are right on the water of the Caloosahatchee River at the Corp of Engineers operated lock enabling waterway navigation to or from the Atlantic/Gulf side. The campground is also unique in that the ACTUALLY recycle waste containers be they plastic, aluminum, glass or paper/cardboard. It's a BIG deal for the environment! The other nice part of the campground is a large open area right down the center of the isthmus. It becomes clear that this is unused for camping since the septic drain fields for the restroom-showers is beneath the open grass area. This is also environmentally friendly so as to prevent runoff into the river ecosystem. Try WP Franklin and you won't regret it. Highly recommended.
Scott B
VerifiedMay 7, 2022 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: WFRN
WP Franklin is a often overlooked gem campground. Yes, there are just 31 sites, however ALL of them are right on the water of the Caloosahatchee River at the Corp of Engineers operated lock enabling waterway navigation to or from the Atlantic/Gulf side. The campground is also unique in that the ACTUALLY recycle waste containers be they plastic, aluminum, glass or paper/cardboard. It's a BIG deal for the environment! The other nice part of the campground is a large open area right down the center of the isthmus. It becomes clear that this is unused for camping since the septic drain fields for the restroom-showers is beneath the open grass area. This is also environmentally friendly so as to prevent runoff into the river ecosystem. Try WP Franklin and you won't regret it. Highly recommended.
Location & Directions for W.p. Franklin N
17850 North Franklin Lock Road, Alva, FL 33920 United States
Elevation: 3 ft
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...
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.
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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