Recreation Area
W.P. FRANKLIN SOUTH RECREATION AREA
Florida
At a glance
- Facility type
- Campground
- Reservable
- Yes
- Coordinates
- 26.72027, -81.69390
W.P. FRANKLIN SOUTH RECREATION AREA is a federal recreation site in Florida, listed in the Recreation Information Database (RIDB). It offers public water access for fishing and boating.
About W.P. FRANKLIN SOUTH RECREATION AREA
W.P. FRANKLIN SOUTH RECREATION AREA is a federal recreation area listed as a campground located in Florida.
Overview WP Franklin South Recreation Area is a day use area located on the Caloosahatchee River adjacent to the WP Franklin Lock and Dam. Visitors can watch boats traversing the 152 mile Okeechobee Waterway that spans South Florida from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico,…
This facility is reservable through Recreation.gov. For current fees, hours, and rules, check the official Recreation.gov listing before you visit — details can change seasonally.
This is a recreation facility entry. If you're specifically looking for boat launch ramps, marinas, or fishing piers, check whether this site offers water access and confirm locally.
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Frequently asked questions
What is W.P. FRANKLIN SOUTH RECREATION AREA?
It is a federal recreation area (listed as a campground) in Florida.
Can I reserve this facility?
Yes, it is reservable through Recreation.gov.
Where can I find fees, hours, and rules?
Check the official Recreation.gov listing for current details.
How do I get there?
From Interstate 75, take Exit 141 (Palm Beach Blvd.) east for 7 miles to Old Olga Road. Make a left on Old Olga Road and proceed 0.3 miles to Franklin Lock Road. Make a right on Franklin Lock Road into the WP Franklin South Recreation Area.
Is this a boat launch or fishing pier?
This is a general recreation facility. Check Recreation.gov or locally to confirm what water access it offers.