Welcome to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE) W.P. Franklin North Campground located at 17850 North Franklin Lock Road, Alva, FL 33920.

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Key Chapters

00:00 Welcome to W.P. Franklin North Campground
00:13 Driving Directions
01:20 Franklin Lock Road
02:18 Campground Information
02:57 Campground Map
03:21 Start RV Campground Tour
04:09 Site 01 through Site 10
05:59 Site 11 through Site 21
06:57 Dump Station, Gate House, Comfort Station and Boat Ramp
07:39 Site 22 through Site 26
08:30 Picnic Shelter
08:50 Site 27 through Site 30
10:35 Site 24
12:17 Please like, share, make comments and subscribe
12:42 Now Dat's RVing!


W.P. Franklin North is located on the Caloosahatchee River section of the Okeechobee Waterway, W.P. Franklin North Campground has a tropical atmosphere that provides an excellent setting for visitors to camp, fish, boat, or enjoy hours of quiet contemplation.

Downtown Fort Myers flea markets, grocery stores, malls, the historic Thomas Edison/Henry Ford Home, and the beautiful Gulf beaches are all within 45 minutes of driving time.

On the north side of the river, the W.P. Franklin North Campground offers 30 Class A Tent/RV sites and 8 Cruiser (boat) sites, all with electric and water hookups.

Campground Amenities:
 RV/Boat sites with electric & water hookups
 Boat ramp and courtesy dock
 Showers & restrooms
 Fishing areas
 Trailer dump station

Additional Information:
 Park Hours — The W. P. Franklin North Campground entrance gate is open sunrise to sunset. All visitors are required to leave at 10pm. Quiet hours are observed 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.
 Camping — Camping is permitted in designated areas only. Check-out time is 11 a.m. and check-in begins at 12 noon. Campsite fees are $30 per day for RV and Boat sites. Camping is limited to 14 days within a 30-day period.
 Pets — Pet owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets. Pets must be penned or kept on a 6’ leash at all times.
 Campfires — Fires are permitted in grills & fire rings only. Please extinguish all unattended fires.
 Litter — Campers are expected to keep their site free of litter at all times. Trash cans are located throughout the north and south recreation areas for your convenience.
 Parking — Vehicles must be parked on camp pads or in designated areas.
 Trailer Dump Station — A dump station is provided for the disposal of waste water or similar material. Dumping "gray water" onto the ground is prohibited. Dump fees are $20 for waste generated prior to camping, and campers are allowed one free dump per week or per stay.
 Reservation — Campsites and Group Picnic Shelters can be reserved up to 180 days in advance but no earlier than 3 days in advance. For reservations call toll free at 1-877-444-6777 or visit the Recreation.gov Website.
 W.P. Franklin North Boat Launch Ramp — There is no fee to use a boat launch ramp.
 Fishing — Day-use fishing is restricted to the fishing pier.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District manages campgrounds located one each at Ortona, St. Lucie, and W. P. Franklin Lock Recreation Areas. Golden Age and Golden Access Passports and America the Beautiful Senior and Access Passes are accepted at all campgrounds.

You can make reservations for your favorite campsite up to 180 days in advance! The process is quick, easy, and convenient. Make your reservation at www.recreation.gov. or call the toll free number 1-877-444-6777 or TDD at 1-877-833-6777. Operators for the toll free number are available 10 a.m. until midnight (Eastern). Internet reservations may be made at any time.

Directions:

From I-75 N, take Exit 141, SR 80, and travel east to SR 31. Turn N on SR 31 N and travel 4 mi to SR 78. Turn E on SR 78 for 5 mi to North Franklin Lock Rd. Turn south on Franklin Lock Road and follow into the campground.

From I-75 S, take Exit 143, SR 78, and travel east to SR 31. Turn N on SR 31 N and travel 2 mi to SR 78. Turn E on SR 78 for 5 mi to North Franklin Lock Rd. Turn south on Franklin Lock Road and follow into the campground.

Latitude
26° 43' 27.0001" N
Longitude
81° 41' 34.0001" W

Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 239-694-8770

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