About W.p. Franklin South Recreation Area
Campground Amenities
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Potable Water
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
Reviews (27)
What Guests Are Saying
W.P. Franklin South Recreation Area is highly praised for its beautiful, clean, and well-maintained environment, making it a perfect location for events and family outings. Reviewers appreciate the easy access and ample amenities, including picnic tables and empty trash cans. The only noted concern is the absence of a dock, which has yet to be replaced, though there is hope for improvements in the future.
What Guests Are Saying
W.P. Franklin South Recreation Area is highly praised for its beautiful, clean, and well-maintained environment, making it a perfect location for events and family outings. Reviewers appreciate the easy access and ample amenities, including picnic tables and empty trash cans. The only noted concern is the absence of a dock, which has yet to be replaced, though there is hope for improvements in the future.
Review Summary
Pablo J
April 10, 2022
Great place and amazing space for friends and family.
Robert A
March 17, 2022
it is a great location at a fair price
Danielle S
January 15, 2022
We love having parties here!
Pablo J
December 12, 2021
Excellent place for everyone to enjoy and spend time with family and friends. Reserved this area for a birthday party and we had a blast. Plenty of parking space and tables for everyone.
Kevin D
May 9, 2021
W.P Franklin South is a great facility. Everything is clean and in working order. The staff is attentive and polite.
Robert A
March 25, 2021
covid Locks were closed. so we could not tour. So sad.
Solange P
March 14, 2020
Great and well kept location!!
Location W.p. Franklin South Recreation Area
Address:
1660 S Franklin Lock Road
Alva, FL, 33920
United States
From Interstate 75, take Exit 141 (Palm Beach Blvd.) east for 7 miles to Old Olga Road. Make a left on Old Olga Road and proceed 0.3 miles to Franklin Lock Road. Make a right on Franklin Lock Road into the WP Franklin South Recreation Area.
Latitude & Longitude: 26.7203 / -81.6939
Elevation: 3 feet
Policies & Rules
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At this time the courtesy dock at the boat ramp is closed for repair. The boat ramp remains open. |
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Group Shelters are for day use only, no camping allowed |
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At this time the group shelters are limited to a maximum of 25 people and are ideal for birthday parties, club meetings, small weddings, etc. |
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Vehicles must be parked in designated spaces. Once these are filled, contact a Park Ranger for directions to the overflow parking area. |
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W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam Tours are available. Please contact the park staff prior to arrival to schedule a tour. |
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Alcohol is not allowed in the recreation area. |
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Bounce houses, water slides and other similar items are not allowed in the recreation area. |
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The Recreation Area opens at Sunrise and closes at Sunset. |
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Vehicles to include golf carts, ATV's, mini bikes or any other such equipment must be properly licensed and registered to be driven in the park. |
