Franklin Lake
Three Lakes, Wisconsin · 1,713 ft · In Chequamegon-Nicolet NF
Photos: E. Miller
Wildfire 37 mi SW: Cinder, 6 acres
At a glance
6 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
- Elevation
- 1,713 ft (522 m)1,713 ft522 m
Loops2
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From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026: 1 staff entry left out. Loop names are trimmed and merged.
Amenities
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- Campfires allowed
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About
Overview
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.Recreation
The lake provides visitors with ample opportunities for boating, fishing and swimming. Anglers can expect a catch of walleye, northern pike, large and smallmouth bass, rock bass, perch, and bluegill, among others. The lake is open to all types of boating, motorized and non-motorized.
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Cell service
Report signal- Verizon5G · 4G LTE
- AT&T5G · 4G LTE
- T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map
Cell service at Franklin Lake: FCC map Dec 2025
Weather
National Weather Service
- TueCloudy, 3% chance of rain55°42°
- WedMostly Cloudy, 1% chance of rain54°31°
- ThuPatchy Fog then Rain Showers Likely, 62% chance of rain54°31°
- FriChance Rain And Snow Showers, 44% chance of rain46°25°
- SatSunny56°32°
Nearby camping
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Franklin Lake
Public Land · 0.9 mi · Three Lakes
Camp site
Dispersed · 1.3 mi · Three Lakes
Franklin Lake Recreation Area
Public Land · 1.3 mi · Three Lakes
3 more within 25 mi
Dispersed camping nearby
Free dispersed camping within 19 mi, on public land.
Location and contact
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