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Franklin Lock South Recreation Area vs Franklin Lock North Recreation Area
Side-by-side comparison of two boat ramps in Lee County, Florida.
These ramps are about less than a mile apart.
Franklin Lock South Recreation Area
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Franklin Lock North Recreation Area
ALVA
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Type
Stand Alone Ramp
Stand Alone Ramp
Hours
Sunrise to Sunset
Sunrise to Sunset
Fees
Yes
No
Launch Lanes
1
2
Water Type
Salt or Brackish Water
Freshwater
Water Body
Caloosahatchee River
Caloosahatchee River
Trailer Parking
11 spaces
16 spaces
Restrooms
Yes
Yes
Accessible
Yes
Yes
Which ramp should you choose?
Both Franklin Lock South Recreation Area and Franklin Lock North Recreation Area provide public access in Lee County. If you need more launch lanes or trailer parking, compare the numbers above directly — busier ramps benefit from multiple lanes to avoid a backup on weekends. If fees or accessibility are the deciding factor for your trip, check the fields above before you drive out, since ramp conditions can change seasonally.