W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam Boat Ramp
Live Tide Conditions
Updated 4 hr agoSource: NOAA CO-OPS station 8725520 — Fort Myers · 12.2 mi from this ramp
Live Water Conditions on Telegraph Creek
Updated 25 min agoSource: USGS station 022929176 — TELEGRAPH CREEK AT STATE HIGHWAY AT OLGA, FL · 0.5 mi from Telegraph Creek
Launch Light & Moon — June 20
local timeFirst Quarter (32% illuminated). Average fishing outlook by moon phase — focus on dawn and dusk bite windows.
Location
Quick Facts: W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam
| Location | Alva, Florida |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Telegraph Creek |
| Access Type | Public |
| Rating | 4.7/5 (50 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 26.723428, -81.692853 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Lee County |
| Tidal | Yes - check tide charts before launching |
| Phone | (239) 694-5451 |
W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam is a boat launch providing access to Telegraph Creek in Alva, Florida at coordinates 26.72343, -81.69285. Rated 4.7/5 based on 50 Google reviews.
W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam is a boat launch on Telegraph Creek in Alva, Lee County, Florida. This page shows current NOAA tide readings, live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam
How is W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam rated?
W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam has a 4.7 out of 5 rating based on 50 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam access?
W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam provides boat launch access to Telegraph Creek in Alva, Florida.
How do I get to W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam?
W.P. Franklin Lock and Dam is located at coordinates 26.723428, -81.692853 in Alva, Florida. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
Boaters have 6 other launch options within 3.8 mi, each offering access to nearby waters with varying facilities and conditions.