February 7, 2013 Day 272
Franklin Lock Corps of Engineers Campground, Alva, FL
Total miles to date: 4635.9
As planned, we met Don and Anita (Limelight) for breakfast at 9:00 and enjoyed our last get together before we both departed today in separate directions.
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Another beautiful home along the river! |
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One of many man-made canals for residents |
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Crossing under I-75! |
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Entering the Franklin Lock |
We departed the lock and went right into the Franklin Lock Campground operated by the Corps of Engineers. This site includes eight docks with 50 amp power and potable water. By using our National Parks Senior Member Card, we were only charged $12.00/night! There are also several campers here. The site is well maintained and has many trees. Because it is above the lock and dam, it is fresh water. We like it here and have decided to spend two nights. It is refreshing to be at a dock in a park like setting.
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One of the Limpits that frequent this area |
We grilled chicken for dinner and spent a quiet night relaxing and watching television.