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Boat Ramp

Franklin Lock South Recreation Area

LEE County, Florida

At a glance

Ramp type
Stand Alone Ramp
Access
Government Owned For General Public Use
Surface
Concrete
Dock
Courtesy Dock
Launch lanes
1
Fee required
Yes
Hours
Sunrise to Sunset
Managed by
United States Army Corps of Engineers
Coordinates
26.72099, -81.69445

Before you go

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Franklin Lock South Recreation Area is a public boat ramp in LEE County, Florida (stand alone ramp, 1 lane), listed in the FWC Florida Boat Ramp Inventory. A launch fee applies.

About Franklin Lock South Recreation Area

Franklin Lock South Recreation Area is a public boat ramp in Lee County, Florida. It is managed by United States Army Corps of Engineers. It is listed as a stand alone ramp.

The ramp has 1 launch lane with a concrete surface. A courtesy dock is available to help with boarding and loading. The site is government-owned and open for general public use. A launch fee is required — bring a way to pay. Posted hours are sunrise to sunset.

This is a boat ramp facility only — come prepared with your own vessel and gear. As with any public ramp, parking, water levels, and conditions at the water's edge can vary, so it's worth checking locally before you go, especially outside daylight hours.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a fee to launch at Franklin Lock South Recreation Area?

Yes, a launch fee is required.

What are the hours?

Posted hours are sunrise to sunset.

How many launch lanes are there?

There is 1 launch lane.

Is there a dock?

Yes, a courtesy dock is available to help with boarding and loading.

Who manages Franklin Lock South Recreation Area?

It is managed by United States Army Corps of Engineers.