Campground

Elliot Key Campground

Facilities

  • Camping - the campground is located on the Biscayne Bay side. Overnight camping and docking fees are required.
  • Picknicking - tables and barbecue grills are available in the campground and marina.
  • Restrooms - cold water showers are available. Fresh drinking water is located outside the building. It is recommended that you bring your own fresh water, just in case the generator breaks down.
  • Hiking - a mile-long loop trail starts near the campground. Also, "Spite Highway" runs approximately six miles down the center of the island. It affords a good opportunity to see a variety of habitats in the martime forest.
  • Fishing - permitted from the maintenance dock (south of the harbor) or from the shoreline outside of the no-wake zone. Fishing regulations apply.

Things to Remember -

  • Mosquitoes and no-see-ums (biting midges) are prevalent year round.
  • Pack out all trash.
  • There are no sales facilities
  • Boats may dock among 33 slips.
  • Pets on a leash are permitted in the developed areas of Elliott Key. Pets may not be left unattended.

Natural Features

The largest island in the park was once a thriving community of pioneers engaged in pineapple farming, sponging, wrecking, and other pursuits. Today the island offers camping, picnicking, wildlife watching and a hiking trail.

A mile-long loop trail starts near the campground. Also, "Spite Highway" runs approximately six miles down the center of the island. It affords a good opportunity to see a variety of habitats in the martime forest.

Recreation

Daytime use and overnight camping - the campground is located on the Biscayne Bay side. Overnight camping and docking fees are required. 

Picknicking - tables and barbecue grills are available in the campground and marina. 

Hiking - a mile-long loop trail starts near the campground. Also, "Spite Highway" runs approximately six miles down the center of the island. It affords a good opportunity to see a variety of habitats in the martime forest. 

Fishing - permitted from the maintenance dock (south of the harbor) or from the shoreline outside of the no-wake zone. Fishing regulations apply.

Recreation Sites

  • Boat In
  • Management
  • Tent Only Nonelectric
  • Overnight

Activities

  • Day Use Area
  • Hiking
  • Picnicking
  • Camping

Amenities

  • Boat Slips
  • Grills
  • Picnic Tables
  • Showers
  • Flush Toilets
  • Pets Allowed

Nearby Attractions

Elliott Key is located just south of Boca Chita Key. 

Getting Here

Latitude
25° 27' 11.3980" N
Longitude
80° 11' 47.1782" W

Elliott Key is only accessible by boat. Use of a nautical chart and/or GPS is recommended for safe navigation.

Need to Know

    • Elliott Key is only accessible by boat. 
    • No services are available on the island.
    • This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Once all designated campsites are filled, there will be no additional space allowed for overnight camping. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Prior to paying, ensure one of the designated campsites is available. Once payment is made on-site, we do not offer refunds or modifications. Once on-site, you can pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app. Download the free Recreation.gov mobile app on Android or iOS prior to your arrival as some remote areas have limited or no cellular service. You can also pay using Recreation.gov and searching for Biscayne National Park.

    • Contact Information

    For campground inquiries, please call: (305) 230-1144

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