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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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

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🚐 02, Loop: WFRN RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

🚐 03, 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

🚐 10, Loop: WFRN RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 12 ft

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Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

🚐 12, Loop: WFRN RV

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

🚐 27, Loop: WFRN RV

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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🚐 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

🚐 06, 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

🚐 09, Loop: WFRN RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

🚐 10, Loop: WFRN RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 12 ft

🚐 11, Loop: WFRN RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

🚐 12, Loop: WFRN RV

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

🚐 24, Loop: WFRN RV

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

🚐 27, Loop: WFRN RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 40 × 12 ft

🚐 28, Loop: WFRN RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 34 × 12 ft

🚐 29, Loop: WFRN RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

🚐 30, Loop: WFRN RV

Pet Friendly · 50 amp · 30 × 12 ft

⛺ Boat Site 01, Loop: WFRN Tent

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⛺ Boat Site 02, Loop: WFRN Tent

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⛺ Boat Site 03, 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.

What Guests Are Saying

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4.8

1317 reviews

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Barbara M

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March 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: WFRN

Always beautiful.

James C

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March 1, 2022 • Stayed at: 17, Loop: WFRN

The showers ( West end) need a soap dish and a fold up stool. Every take a shower with no place to place a bar of soap. You have to use the floor. I think W. P. Franklin can do better that this. Please consider putting in soap dishes. Thank you.

Thomas H

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March 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 11, Loop: WFRN

Great site, clean facilities

Rick B

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March 2, 2022 • Stayed at: 12, Loop: WFRN

We kayaked down river to Telegraph creek. What fun. Very quiet and beautiful.

John R

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March 3, 2022 • Stayed at: 10, Loop: WFRN

Carlos went out of his way to help us.

Michael H

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March 4, 2022 • Stayed at: 24, Loop: WFRN

This park is beautifully maintained. We enjoyed watching the boats going through the locks. It is close enough to Ft. Myers for shopping needs, or entertainment. Camp host were friendly and helpful. We will come back here again.

Jonathan K

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March 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 14, Loop: WFRN

Arrived on Jan 1st 2022. On the morning of Jan 2nd, while walking my dog, I was physically attacked from behind by one of campground hosts who claimed I hit his dog. He also stole my walking stick and broke it. Police and EMS personnel responded. This campground host was charged with felony assault and the case is currently going through the court system.

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.

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.

Thomas I

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

Our favorite campground of all time

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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