W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam Campground (North)
Visitors flock to W.P. Franklin Campground for its well-kept facilities and location on the Caloosahatchee River, where campers can fish, boat and take it easy in sunny southwest Florida. The campground, about 10 miles east of Fort Myers, provides visitors with a taste of tranquil, tropical country life. Nearby Telegraph Creek, offers exciting opportunities to canoe Florida's backcountry swamps and view wildlife. (via site)
- Boat Ramp
- Boat Slips
- Boat Trailer Parking
- Dump Station
- Fishing Pier
- Pets Allowed
- Picnic Shelters
- Water Hookups
- Showers
- Waterfront Sites
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The Lee County Civic Center is a 7,800-seat multi-purpose arena in North Fort Myers, Florida, US. It opened in 1978. It hosts local sporting events and concerts. It has been the home of the Winternats since 1990, one of the oldest major Radio Controlled Car racing events in the world. On November 15, 2008, WWE Raw superstar John Cena made a rare appearance/autograph signing and he scouted Florida
The Franklin Lock and Dam, also known as the W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam, is a navigable lock and dam in Olga, Florida, United States. This lock and dam cost $3.8 million, and was constructed in 1965. It is located on the Caloosahatchee River approximately 33 miles (53 km) upstream from the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. The Franklin Lock and Dam was named after Walter P. Franklin (1871-1967), a busi
🛒 Amenities & services
🛒 Groceries
- Roosters
- Winn-Dixie
Publix
⛽ Fuel
- Sunoco
- Fuel station
Shell
🍽️ Food & drink
- Raider Pizza and Wings
McDonald's
Wendy's
➕ Medical
- Florida Lung & Sleep Associates
- Publix
- Lee Health - Lee Physician Group
🚻 Toilets & showers
- Public toilets
- Porta Potty
🎾 Sports
- Beachvolleyball
- Tennis
- Pickleball
🏧 ATM & bank
Fifth Third Bank
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