About Franklin Lake
Number of accommodations: 43
Campground Amenities
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Beach Access -
Potable Water
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Reviews (102)
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
Joy H
VerifiedAugust 20, 2024 • Stayed at: 042, Loop: North
Spacious campsites. Ours was not directly on the water, but we still had a nice lake view. We LOVED the hiking trail along the lake and another short hike to a much smaller lake. The area is very remote so don't plan on quick access to gas or convenience stores. Campground hosts were very helpful. No onsite black water dump station.
Alan E
VerifiedAugust 18, 2024 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: South
The sites have been improved over the last couple of years. Like new picnic tables, firepits and electric to some sites. The restrooms still only have cold water and there are no showers. Swim area is nice and the water is shallow for a good distance.
Terry C
VerifiedAugust 12, 2024 • Stayed at: 053, Loop: North
There was fresh gravel poured on the site. Very poorly distributed. Not level. Husband spent a couple of ours spreading it around evenly because we kept tripping on the mounds of gravel.
The restrooms were never cleaned once in the entire time we were there. There was feces on the toilet. The caretaker would drive by on his golf cart, never even get off of the cart and look into them to see if there was toilet paper then drive away. He did this several times a day. Disgusting!
Jennifer L
VerifiedJuly 29, 2024 • Stayed at: 055, Loop: North
I have been camping at Franklin Lake for 48 years and absolutely love the camp ground and all of its amenities. Such a beautiful and peaceful place. Pit toilets were much cleaned and smelled better than years past. Nice job to the camp ground hosts.
Laura B
VerifiedJuly 26, 2024 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: South
I haven't been here in 30 years, it's still just as magical and beautiful. Lots of horse flies and mosquitos so plan accordingly. Beautiful, clean lake. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Shane H
VerifiedJuly 15, 2024 • Stayed at: 035, Loop: South
Love the historic buildings and the clear lakes
Pamela J Mickler and Oscar U
VerifiedJuly 9, 2024 • Stayed at: 032, Loop: South
We came mid week which was wonderfully quiet and peaceful. While mosquitos and ticks were present in large numbers, that was a minor problem and far outweighed by our site, camp host's ability to answer questions, beauty of the lake and the campgrounds in general. We could have easily spent many more nights there.
Flush toilets and running water in our area were a plus, as was electricity availability.
We biked the Three Eagle Trail and were thoroughly impressed.
Raymond Z
VerifiedJuly 7, 2024 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: South
Site was excellent. Weather not so much.
Patricia R
VerifiedJune 3, 2024 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: South
Campsite was impeccable and the camp hosts were courteous. Bathroom facilities were clean. We enjoyed the hikes and the lake. Neighbors were respectful and friendly.
Franklin lake is a go-to for my family.
Jeremy R
VerifiedSeptember 19, 2023 • Stayed at: 022, Loop: South
Very clean campground and pretty quiet
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 45.9247 / -89.0081
Elevation: 529 feet
Policies & Rules
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Electric is available at select sites. |
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Click here for more information on the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest |
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Don't move firewood: To limit the spread of invasive tree-killing pests, firewood from outside the area is not permitted. Some states have quarantines and may confiscate your firewood. Please help protect our forests from invasive species by obtaining your firewood at or near your camping destination and burning it on-site. Visit dontmovefirewood.org for more information. |
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Use is restricted to hardened area. |
