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Danielle C
VerifiedMarch 23, 2025 Stayed at: 04, Loop: WFRN
The volunteers who oversee the park are very informative and friendly. The park is very clean and well kept.
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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
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Boat Site 01, Loop: WFRN
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Boat Site 01, Loop: WFRN
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Reviews
1317 reviews
Summary
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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Carolyn H
VerifiedMarch 23, 2025 Stayed at: 25, Loop: WFRN
Beautiful campground! Andrew, one of the host is a hard worker. We see him out working on the days he is off. The grounds are nicely cut and the bathrooms are clean. I feel safe there due to both host that keep a check on who is coming in and out.
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Danielle C
VerifiedMarch 23, 2025 Stayed at: 04, Loop: WFRN
The volunteers who oversee the park are very informative and friendly. The park is very clean and well kept.
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Carolyn H
VerifiedMarch 23, 2025 Stayed at: 25, Loop: WFRN
Beautiful campground! Andrew, one of the host is a hard worker. We see him out working on the days he is off. The grounds are nicely cut and the bathrooms are clean. I feel safe there due to both host that keep a check on who is coming in and out.
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Janice L
VerifiedMarch 24, 2025 Stayed at: 21, Loop: WFRN
Andrew, CG Host, came to my rescue when a day use fishing family “, parked in my campsite. He tracked them down & had them move to day use parking. Andrew is a hero!
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Janice L
VerifiedMarch 24, 2025 Stayed at: 03, Loop: WFRN
CG Host ANDREW, is on his golf cart patrolling the grounds & came by to check up on me when RV mobile tech was fixing my campervan. I feel safe as a solo women knowing he’s looking out for us! Appreciate you, Andrew!
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Janice L
VerifiedMarch 24, 2025 Stayed at: 27, Loop: WFRN
ANDREW, CG Host, is exceptional—he is proactive in serving campers! Always available & goes out of his way to help. When I was confused about my site #13, he went the extra mile to sort things out!!! Thank you, Andrew!
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Janice L
VerifiedMarch 24, 2025 Stayed at: 21, Loop: WFRN
Andrew, CG Host, came to my rescue when a day use fishing family “, parked in my campsite. He tracked them down & had them move to day use parking. Andrew is a hero!
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Janice L
VerifiedMarch 24, 2025 Stayed at: 03, Loop: WFRN
CG Host ANDREW, is on his golf cart patrolling the grounds & came by to check up on me when RV mobile tech was fixing my campervan. I feel safe as a solo women knowing he’s looking out for us! Appreciate you, Andrew!
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Janice L
VerifiedMarch 24, 2025 Stayed at: 27, Loop: WFRN
ANDREW, CG Host, is exceptional—he is proactive in serving campers! Always available & goes out of his way to help. When I was confused about my site #13, he went the extra mile to sort things out!!! Thank you, Andrew!
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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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