About Franklin Lake
Number of accommodations: 43
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
Water Access
- Beach Access
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Reviews (306)
What Guests Are Saying
Franklin Lake is a beloved campground with spacious, well-maintained sites and beautiful surroundings, making it a favorite for many returning campers. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, scenic hiking trails, and the tranquility of the lake, especially for families and young swimmers. Some concerns include the lack of showers and limited water access, but overall, the positive experiences and friendly hosts contribute to its charm.
What Guests Are Saying
Franklin Lake is a beloved campground with spacious, well-maintained sites and beautiful surroundings, making it a favorite for many returning campers. Visitors appreciate the clean facilities, scenic hiking trails, and the tranquility of the lake, especially for families and young swimmers. Some concerns include the lack of showers and limited water access, but overall, the positive experiences and friendly hosts contribute to its charm.
Review Summary
Donald C
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: South
Has to be the best National Forest campground we have ever stayed at! Matter of fact it was better than most of the state parks we have stayed at. The flush toilets and available electrical was a pleasant surprise. The nature trail was quite nice (wish it was a bit longer) but at the same time there are plenty of other trails nearby to explore. The Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail was nearby that turned out to be wonderful - we did 30 miles and not on e-bikes! Beautiful. We will be back!
Donald C
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: South
Has to be the best National Forest campground we have ever stayed at! Matter of fact it was better than most of the state parks we have stayed at. The flush toilets and available electrical was a pleasant surprise. The nature trail was quite nice (wish it was a bit longer) but at the same time there are plenty of other trails nearby to explore. The Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail was nearby that turned out to be wonderful - we did 30 miles and not on e-bikes! Beautiful. We will be back!
Donald C
VerifiedSeptember 14, 2023 • Stayed at: 029, Loop: South
Has to be the best National Forest campground we have ever stayed at! Matter of fact it was better than most of the state parks we have stayed at. The flush toilets and available electrical was a pleasant surprise. The nature trail was quite nice (wish it was a bit longer) but at the same time there are plenty of other trails nearby to explore. The Heart of Vilas County Bike Trail was nearby that turned out to be wonderful - we did 30 miles and not on e-bikes! Beautiful. We will be back!
Pamela S
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: South
great views & walking paths, nice size campsites, Dusty was great.
Larry C
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: South
We were first time campers at Franklin Lake and were thoroughly impressed with the size and layout of the campsites. The lake itself was amazing, with clear water and sandy beach. It was a peaceful, quiet campground.
Larry C
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: South
We were first time campers at Franklin Lake and were thoroughly impressed with the size and layout of the campsites. The lake itself was amazing, with clear water and sandy beach. It was a peaceful, quiet campground.
Pamela S
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: South
great views & walking paths, nice size campsites, Dusty was great.
Pamela S
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: South
great views & walking paths, nice size campsites, Dusty was great.
Larry C
VerifiedSeptember 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: South
We were first time campers at Franklin Lake and were thoroughly impressed with the size and layout of the campsites. The lake itself was amazing, with clear water and sandy beach. It was a peaceful, quiet campground.
John B
VerifiedAugust 31, 2023 • Stayed at: 039, Loop: South
just very relaxing
Location Franklin Lake
Address:
U S D A Forest Service
Eagle River, WI, 54521
United States
Drive approximately 8 miles east from Eagle River on Highway 70. Turn south onto Military Road/Forest Road 2178 and continue about 2 miles, to Butternut Lake Road/Forest Road 2181, and continue approximately 4 miles to the campground.
Franklin Lake campground is accessible via Highway 70, approximately 8 miles west of Eagle River. There are no nearby interstates or freeways within 25 miles.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.9247 / -89.0081
Elevation: 529 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Amenities
- Electricity is provided at certain campsites.
General
- Click here for more information on the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest
Fires & fuel
- Firewood from outside the area is prohibited to protect against invasive pests.
Site types & loops
- Camping is limited to designated hardened areas only.
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Last updated: June 4, 2026
