Franklin Lake
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- recreation.gov
- Coordinates
- 45.9314, -88.9931
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
Franklin Lake Campground is one of the most popular camping spots within the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest in Northern Wisconsin. Its unique structures built by the CCC land it on the National Register of Historic Places. The campground is in a beautiful setting, among tall pines and hemlocks, perched on the edge of the clear blue waters of Franklin Lake. In addition to its scenic landscape, the campground offers access to a variety of hiking trails.
From the USFS.Official page
Is Franklin Lake free?
No. Franklin Lake charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through recreation.gov.
How do I get to Franklin Lake?
Franklin Lake is at 45.9314, -88.9931. We do not hold written directions for this one, so navigate to the coordinates.
Nearby
- FRANKLIN LAKE0.9 mi
- Anvil Lake3.2 mi
- Anvil Lake Campground3.3 mi
- LUNA WHITE DEER CAMPGROUND3.4 mi
- Kentuck Lake Campground4.2 mi
- Spectacle Lake Campground (Wisconsin)5.6 mi
- LAUREL LAKE CAMPGROUND9.7 mi
- Lake Ottawa Campground14.8 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
