US Army Corps of Engineers constructed the W.P. Franklin Dam to regulate the water flow from Lake Okeechobee along the Caloosahatchee River. On the river's South side, they created W. P. Franklin Recreational Park with volleyball court, picnic tables, boat ramp, playground and an observation area over the dam and a Project exhibit office. On the river's North side, they created a campground on an island with RV/tent sites, electric hook up, water hook up, fishing pier, shower/restroom, Picnic shelters, grills and boat ramp.
There are only 30 lots available so you have to book your reservation early. A quick drive in the campground shows us that this is a small and clean facility with friendly staff. Two words to describe this facility, "Well Run"
The river view overlooking the W. P. Franklin Dam is calm and spectacular. It is secluded and quiet but only 30 minutes to Downtown Fort Myers. One bad news, you can only stay no more than 2 weeks but the rental fee at very reasonable rate of $30 per night!
Thank You, Army Corps of Engineers! read more