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Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp

Alva, FL · Caloosahatchee River · saltwater
✓ FWC-listed public ramp

Inland river access for upstream Caloosahatchee exploration. Quieter alternative to coastal ramps. Gateway to freshwater springs and natural habitats. The ramp has 1 launch lane with roughly 11 vehicle-and-trailer parking spaces. Launching here puts you on Caloosahatchee River (saltwater). The ramp is easy to find near the W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam. Visitors will find restrooms and picnic area at this location.

Lanes
1
Fee
Fee required
Trailer parking
11
Hours
Sunrise to Sunset

Facilities

RestroomsPicnic Area
Get directions

1651 Franklin Lock Rd, Alva, FL 33920 · GPS: 26.72098, -81.69445

Frequently Asked Questions

How many launch lanes does Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp have?

Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp has 1 launch lane.

Is there trailer parking at Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp?

Yes — there are approximately 11 vehicle-and-trailer parking spaces at Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp.

What water does Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp access?

Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp provides saltwater access to Caloosahatchee River.

What facilities are available at Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp?

Facilities at Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp include: restrooms, picnic area.

What is the tide at Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp today?

Tide predictions for Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp come from the NOAA station at Fort Myers, about 12 miles from the ramp. The tide chart on this page shows today's high and low tide times and heights, updated daily from NOAA, plus predictions for the coming week.

Is there a boat ramp near the W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam?

Yes — Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp is a public boat ramp near the W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam, located at 1651 Franklin Lock Rd, Alva, FL 33920.

Where is Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp located?

Franklin Lock South Boat Ramp is located at 1651 Franklin Lock Rd, Alva, FL 33920 in Lee County, Florida. It sits near the W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam.

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Tides — Fort Myers ET

Fri, Aug 28
4:59 AMHigh · 1.3 ft
10:35 AMLow · 0.6 ft
4:45 PMHigh · 1.7 ft
11:51 PMLow · 0.6 ft
Sat, Aug 29
5:17 AMHigh · 1.3 ft
11:17 AMLow · 0.5 ft
5:26 PMHigh · 1.7 ft
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Predictions are for NOAA station Fort Myers, about 12 mi from this ramp. Times are Eastern Time (ET) — the zone at the station. Heights are water level relative to the station datum — not depth at the ramp. Wind and weather can change actual levels.

Conditions — Southwest

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Nearby Bait & Tackle

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Fuel Nearby

Mobil ↗4.3 mi
Shell ↗4.4 mi
Road fuel for tow vehicles — hours and diesel noted where known. Station data © OpenStreetMap contributors.