W.P. Franklin Campground
Army Corps Of Engineers
Write a Review 17991 N. Franklin Lock Rd. Alva, FL 33920 239-694-8770 Reservations: 877-444-6777 Official WebsiteGPS: 26.7243, -81.6928
Overview of W.P. Franklin Campground
Campground entrance gate opens at sunrise and closes at sunset.
$20 to use the dump station before staying at the campground. Campers are limited to one RV dump per week of stay, max two in a 14-day period. Portable blue holding tanks may dump unlimited times during a stay.
Last Price Paid: $30
Reported by a60dan on 2/22/2024
Longest RV Reported: 41 feet (Class A)
Reported by cterwilliger on 9/8/2019
Number of Sites 29
Pad Type asphalt
Reservations yes
Elevation 0 ft / 0 m
Max Stay 14
Max Length 50 ft
Tent Camping Yes
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Q&A - Ask the Community about W.P. Franklin Campground
To ask questions of the owner or manager please contact the campground directly. 239-694-8770
No Excuses Travel On asked on 1/9/2021
The website says $30 but the last few reviews says 15. Can someone confirm?
Nick asked on 8/7/2020
On the reservation website, they limit RV size to 35' - Can a 42' RV fit, and will they allow it if you show up?
Reviews of W.P. Franklin Campground 24 people have reviewed this location.
Cell Phone Coverage
Confirmed by 14 Users
Last reported 12/30/2022
Confirmed by 5 Users
Last reported 4/7/2021
Confirmed by 7 Users
Last reported 2/22/2024
“Relaxing Stay”
Reviewed 2/22/2024
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 12 |
| Site Number: | 2 |
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We spent 12 nights Feb 2024. Water And Electric Hookups. Site 2 was great, on west side of dam. Very quiet park with accommodating hosts. We wanted a place to stay put and really enjoyed it. Babcock Ranch is about 8 miles away. We went for “2 scoop Tuesday” ice cream at Slater’s twice 😀 Take the Eco Tour too! 90 minutes to Sa... more
We spent 12 nights Feb 2024. Water And Electric Hookups.
Site 2 was great, on west side of dam.
Very quiet park with accommodating hosts.
We wanted a place to stay put and really enjoyed it.
Babcock Ranch is about 8 miles away. We went for “2 scoop Tuesday” ice cream at Slater’s twice 😀
Take the Eco Tour too!
90 minutes to Sanibel the day we went.
Will definitely stay again in the future. Reserve early!
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a60dan would stay here again
This review is the opinion of a Campendium member and not of Campendium.com
“Lovely Spot!”
Reviewed 4/21/2023
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 14 |
| RV Length: | 25' (Travel Trailer) |
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Beautiful concrete site on the water side of the lochs. Sure wish we’d had time to stay longer. Super friendly and helpful staff. A must stay gem 💜
OVRLNDR would stay here again
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“Wonderful views and beautiful sunsets”
Reviewed 12/30/2022
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 7 |
| Site Number: | 16 |
| RV Length: | 35' (Fifth Wheel) |
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We were here 3rd week of December 2022. Almost all of the large sites are on the water. Lots of fishing going on here. We didn't see any Manatees, but we did see an alligator. Lots of different birds in the area. The wildlife was abundant. Friendly staff and clean facilities. The grounds were well maintained as well. This was our... more
We were here 3rd week of December 2022. Almost all of the large sites are on the water. Lots of fishing going on here. We didn't see any Manatees, but we did see an alligator. Lots of different birds in the area. The wildlife was abundant.
Friendly staff and clean facilities. The grounds were well maintained as well.
This was our first COE stay. It will most definitely NOT be our last. Especially at that price(with the senior NP pass)!
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Ledhead would stay here again
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“Great Park Fast Cell Service ”
Reviewed 8/14/2022
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| Site Number: | 18 |
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Only stayed for one night but the park and facilities were very clean and the cell service with T-Mobile was phenomenal 316mbps download and 37mbps upload
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Jsea would stay here again
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“Typical USACOE”
Reviewed 5/21/2022
| Nightly rate: | $15 |
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| Days stayed: | 11 |
| Site Number: | 18 |
| RV Length: | 35' (Fifth Wheel) |
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Not as quiet as nearby (40 mi) Ortona Lock & Dam Corps facility, but closer to more varied attractions. Clean and well-kept. About 30 over-the-air tv stations. Enjoyed it here.
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Olde Thymer would stay here again
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“Beautiful!”
Reviewed 1/29/2022
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 1 |
| RV Length: | 22' (Class B) |
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Each spot is waterfront. Little close to neighbors, but there’s a little foliage to give privacy. Great bath house!!
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Lauren would stay here again
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“Beautiful little campground”
Reviewed 10/5/2021
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 5 |
| Site Number: | 04 |
| RV Length: | 29' (Travel Trailer) |
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We truly enjoyed our stay here. Some folks would not give it 5 stars just because there is no sewer hook up at the site, but there's a dump and a nice shower house, so we stayed 5 nights no problem. Almost every site is right on the water and it's just lovely here. We drove into the Ft Myers area to do the beach, paddle the mangroves, ... more
We truly enjoyed our stay here. Some folks would not give it 5 stars just because there is no sewer hook up at the site, but there's a dump and a nice shower house, so we stayed 5 nights no problem. Almost every site is right on the water and it's just lovely here. We drove into the Ft Myers area to do the beach, paddle the mangroves, and see the Edison/Ford homes and museum. Highly recommend!
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Moore2Explore would stay here again
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“Great riverside views and wildlife”
Reviewed 5/26/2021
| Nightly rate: | $20 |
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| Days stayed: | 2 |
| Site Number: | 21 |
| RV Length: | 33' (Fifth Wheel) |
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W P Franklin is a small US Army Corps of Engineers campground on the Caloosahatchee River. It's hard to get a reservation here during the winter but spring provided some opportunity. Site 21, a pull through site, provided enough room for our long-bed truck and 33 ft 5th wheel trailer. It was a little tight on the turn to get into th... more
W P Franklin is a small US Army Corps of Engineers campground on the Caloosahatchee River. It's hard to get a reservation here during the winter but spring provided some opportunity. Site 21, a pull through site, provided enough room for our long-bed truck and 33 ft 5th wheel trailer. It was a little tight on the turn to get into the site but it worked fine for us once we were in. The site is mostly shaded with a view of the water across the loop road. Many of the sites along the water are pretty short so best suited for smaller rigs. The campground is well maintained and offers recycling and garbage collection in a central site. The dump station, just inside the gate, with double-sided access which can be an obstruction to entry if someone is using it upon arrival. We didn’t check the restrooms as we use our own facilities. There are several sites for watching wildlife along the river where we were able to see alligators in the river and many types of birds. Entertaining to watch the huge boats passing through the lock. We paid $20/night after applying the NPS Lifetime Senior Pass discount. We highly recommend W P Franklin campground. Plan early to get a reservation!
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SOPMom would stay here again
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“Lovely COE campground ”
Reviewed 4/7/2021
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 7 |
| Site Number: | 21 |
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Great clean and well kept facility. Would definitely repeat but probably not in summer - needs a swimming area. Great big & level sites.
Cell coverage for Cricket and Visible great
Could not view actual ‘lock system’ closed to public. ( blaming COVID)
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MoHoRV would stay here again
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“Great way to start 2021”
Reviewed 4/3/2021
| Nightly rate: | $30 |
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| Days stayed: | 3 |
| Site Number: | 6 |
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Have waited six months into our RV life to start reviews for fair comparisons. Spent 3 nights. Another nice, clean, safe ACE campground. Also like our other ACE experiences, not a whole lot to do within the park but relax and enjoy the water views, which is just fine by me. There is a decent mountain biking area nearby. Best dog walkin... more
Have waited six months into our RV life to start reviews for fair comparisons. Spent 3 nights. Another nice, clean, safe ACE campground. Also like our other ACE experiences, not a whole lot to do within the park but relax and enjoy the water views, which is just fine by me. There is a decent mountain biking area nearby. Best dog walking area to not impose on your neighbors is out the only access road to he park to the main road. This is one of the few places out two car wouldn’t fit at our site, but parking available just across the camp road so no worries. Covered picnic table, amazing sunsets. Great way to start 2021.
June Bug 20 would stay here again
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Amenities
Hookups
- 50 Amp
- 30 Amp
- 20 Amp
- water
- Partial Hookups
Recreation
- boat ramp
- fishing
- playground
- water access
Site Amenities
- fire ring
- picnic table
Facilities
- dump station
- ADA Accessible
- restrooms: flush
- security
- showers
- trash
- water available
Discount Clubs
- Senior Discounts
Pets
- pets
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