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
Laura B
VerifiedSeptember 7, 2020 • Stayed at: 052, Loop: North
This was our very first time at Franklin Lake. We hope to return next summer and try and get a lakefront site. We really liked the north loop.
Jacquelyn G
VerifiedAugust 19, 2020 • Stayed at: 004, Loop: South
We look forward to camping at Franklin Lake every year. Simply beautiful and quiet.
Scott B
VerifiedAugust 18, 2020 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: South
Great sand shoreline. Quiet campground with everything you need.
Gregory R
VerifiedAugust 14, 2020 • Stayed at: 075, Loop: North
Best campground in Wisconsin
Bruce M
VerifiedAugust 12, 2020 • Stayed at: 025, Loop: South
Wonderful!
Except for the generators; we had paid for a reservation; but moved to a new , quieter site, and paid again!
Colette M
VerifiedAugust 6, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: South
So timeless and nostalgic it hurts. Lovely and clear water. No showers thou!
Dave M
VerifiedAugust 5, 2020 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: South
Franklin Lake has always been a great place to go. We have been going there for 34 years.
Samuel W
VerifiedAugust 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 016, Loop: South
Campsites were well maintained and had a good amount of green space between them.
LINDA L
VerifiedAugust 3, 2020 • Stayed at: 024, Loop: South
I love paddling on the lake in the morning seeing the loons. I have had loons taxi off the lake right beside my kayak.
adrienne g
VerifiedAugust 1, 2020 • Stayed at: 023, Loop: South
Been visiting Franklin Lake for many years! Beautiful clear lake, sandy beach, & beautiful campsites & trails to hike. Love our trips ever year!
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
| Category | About |
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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. |
