Franklin Lake

Franklin Lake is a campground in Hiles, WI 54562, USA. The available information identifies it as a lake campground, and the review excerpts describe it as a family campground. No verified amenity list was provided, so the description is limited to the campground name, location, and review-based notes.

Review excerpts mention a Franklin nature trail, flush toilets, and electric lights in the restroom. One reviewer said these restroom features helped with late-night bathroom trips for a child. Another review described the first loop as more developed, while the far end of the second loop was described as rustic and fairly secluded compared with other national parks campgrounds. These details are based only on the provided reviews.

The lake itself was described in several ways by reviewers. One review said the west side of the lake is shallow and sandy and is used for swimming, kayaking, and paddle boarding, while the east end was described as good for fishing, with reports of success trolling for pike and northern. Another review mentioned a sandy spot between the shallow side and the deep side, and one review noted rocks and shallow spots. A review also said the beach was clean, though algae blooms were mentioned in the lake.

Review excerpts also said the lake is pristine and that an active lake association works to keep the water clean. One review advised removing aquatic plants from boats and washing them before bringing them in. Other comments described the campground and lake positively, including remarks such as “lovely family campground,” “the greatest lake in the world,” and “so relaxing.”

Franklin Lake may suit campers who want a lake setting with review-mentioned restroom features, a nature trail, and areas described in reviews for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing. The available information is limited, so only these review-supported details can be confirmed.