Franklin Lake

U S D A Forest Service, Eagle River, Wisconsin, United States

Franklin Lake Beach
Boardwalk on Franklin Lake Nature Trail
Boardwalk to Butternut Lake
Franklin Lake Site 59
FRANKLIN LAKE

Sites & Rates

Average nightly rates

43 total sites

RV Sites

41 sites

Tent Sites

2 sites

About Franklin Lake

Franklin Lake Campground is one of the most popular camping spots within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest in Northern Wisconsin. Its unique structures built by the CCC land it on the National Register of Historic Places. The campground is in a beautiful setting, among tall pines and hemlocks, perched on the edge of the clear blue waters of Franklin Lake. In addition to its scenic landscape, the campground offers access to a variety of hiking trails.

Number of accommodations: 43

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Currently open - Sep 8 to Oct 13

Campground Amenities

Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
Water Access

Water Access

  • Beach Access
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

43 Sites Available

Site
Price
🚐 002, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 003, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 004, Loop: South Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 016, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 017, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 018, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 019, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
Price not available
⛺ 020, Loop: South Tent
8 guests · Campfire · Pet Friendly
Price not available
🚐 021, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 022, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 023, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 024, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 025, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 026, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 027, Loop: South RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 028, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 029, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 030, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 031, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 032, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 033, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 034, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 035, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 036, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 037, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 038, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 039, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 040, Loop: South RV
50 Amp · Electric Only
Price not available
🚐 041, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 042, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 051, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 052, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 053, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 054, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 055, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 056, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 057, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 058, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 059, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 060, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 061, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 075, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available
🚐 076, Loop: North RV
No Hookups
Price not available

Reviews (328)

Verified Only

What Guests Are Saying

Franklin Lake campground is praised for its clean, spacious sites, beautiful surroundings, and well-maintained facilities, including bathrooms and hiking trails. Campers enjoyed the serene, wooded ambiance and the crystal-clear lake, making for a relaxing experience. While some noted issues with noise from generators and the absence of showers, the overall sentiment highlights a strong desire to return to this picturesque location.

Review Summary

4.6
328 reviews
5
74.1%
243
4
16.2%
53
3
6.1%
20
2
2.7%
9
1
0.9%
3

Andrew p

Verified

September 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: North

5

Wonderful place, nice campsites. This was our 4th year there and we will continue to come up for as long as we can.

Andrew p

Verified

September 5, 2025 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: North

5

Wonderful place, nice campsites. This was our 4th year there and we will continue to come up for as long as we can.

Michael C

Verified

September 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: South

4

Beautiful lake with a great little beach and sites are very big. Great hikes from the campground and the campground was well maintained. The only reason not to give an excellent rating is lack of showers.

Michael C

Verified

September 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: South

4

Beautiful lake with a great little beach and sites are very big. Great hikes from the campground and the campground was well maintained. The only reason not to give an excellent rating is lack of showers.

Michael C

Verified

September 2, 2025 • Stayed at: 021, Loop: South

4

Beautiful lake with a great little beach and sites are very big. Great hikes from the campground and the campground was well maintained. The only reason not to give an excellent rating is lack of showers.

Dustin M

Verified

August 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: South

5

Nice clean camp sites. Very wooded. Enjoyed our stay

Dustin M

Verified

August 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: South

5

Nice clean camp sites. Very wooded. Enjoyed our stay

Neil A

Verified

August 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: North

3

Too many trees. Very little sunshine. Solar panels do not work very good.Stays damp a long time after a rain.

Neil A

Verified

August 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: North

3

Too many trees. Very little sunshine. Solar panels do not work very good.Stays damp a long time after a rain.

Dustin M

Verified

August 30, 2025 • Stayed at: 033, Loop: South

5

Nice clean camp sites. Very wooded. Enjoyed our stay

Location Franklin Lake

Address:
U S D A Forest Service
Eagle River, WI, 54521
United States

Highway access

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.

Elevation: 529 feet

Distance to downtown

15 mi drive to downtown Eagle River (about 24 min)

Map of Franklin Lake location at Eagle River, WI, United States
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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: September 7, 2026

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