W.P. FRANKLIN N
| Address | 17850 NORTH FRANKLIN LOCK ROAD, ALVA, FL, 33920 |
|---|---|
| State | FL |
| Reservable | Yes — reservable on recreation.gov |
| Phone | 239-694-8770 |
Amenities
ELECTRIC HOOKUPS
WATER HOOKUPS
PICNIC TABLES
Water Hookup
Pets Allowed
Campfire Allowed
Electricity Hookup: 50
Site Width: 12
Driveway Length: 0–32
Picnic Table: Y
Lean To/Shelter: Y
Quiet Area: Y
BBQ: Y
Fire Pit: Y
Checkin Time: 12:00 PM
Proximity to Water: Riverfront
Site Access: Boat-In, Drive-In
Min Num of People: 1
Checkout Time: 11:00 AM, 8:00 PM
Max Num of People: 8–30
Site Length: 30–40
Max Vehicle Length: 0–40
Max Num of Vehicles: 0–5
Driveway Surface: Paved
Driveway Entry: Back-In, Pull-Through
Shade: Full, Yes
Hike In Distance to Site: 0
Tent Pad Length: 0
Site Height/Overhead Clearance: 0
Min Num of Vehicles: 0
Tent Pad Width: 0
Accessibility: Y
Accessible Occupant Message: Y
Accessible Sites: 1 of 39
Reservable Sites: 37 of 39
Overview
Visitors flock to W.P. Franklin Campground for its well-kept facilities and location on the Caloosahatchee River, where campers can fish, boat and take it easy in sunny southwest Florida.
The campground, about 10 miles east of Fort Myers, provides visitors with a taste of tranquil, tropical country life.
Nearby Telegraph Creek, offers exciting opportunities to canoe Florida’s backcountry swamps and view wildlife.
Recreation
Fishing for both salt and fresh water game
Data updated: 2026-08-23 09:00 (UTC) · Source: RIDB (recreation.gov)