Elliot Key Campground
Eliott Key is only accessible by boat. No services are available on the island. Elliott Key is the park's largest island. Restrooms with sinks and cold water showers, picnic tables and grills are available. Drinking water is available, but bring water as a precaution if the system goes down. There are 33 boat slips in the marina. There is limited cellular connectivity at this location.
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Site mix
| Boat-in | 66 |
| Tent-only | 32 |
| mooring | 1 |
Amenities & rules
| Equipment | Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Fees | Fees are required for overnight camping and docking and must be paid upon arrival or by sunset if camping. As of January 1, 2024 there is a $25 docking fee Friday - Monday and Federal Holidays and must be paid upon arrival. |
- 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.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
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Getting there
Elliott Key is only accessible by boat. Use of a nautical chart and/or GPS is recommended for safe navigation.
| Coordinates | 25.4532° N, 80.1964° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Once on-site, you can pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app.
- Please download the free Recreation.gov mobile app and create an account prior to arrival.
Charges and cancellations
Once payment is made on-site, we do not offer refunds or modifications.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Atlantic Bearing Services ↗ | 25.4 mi |
| Dump station | Dump station ↗ | 27.2 mi |
| RV sales & service | Holiday RV and Marine ↗ | 28.8 mi |
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Explore
Video
ELLIOTT KEY CAMPING WARNING/WATCH THIS BEFORE YOU GO
Public land it sits in
Crocodile Lake National Wildlife Refuge begins about 13.1 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 13.1 miCrocodile Lake National Wildlife Refuge ↗National Wildlife Refuge · Fish and Wildlife Service · 6,767 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
Historic landmarks nearby
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.
Nearby
Elliott Key is located just south of Boca Chita Key.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Elliot Key Campground?
No. Elliot Key Campground is first-come, first-served. Sites are taken on arrival and paid at the fee station.
Source: How first-come camping works
How much does it cost to camp at Elliot Key Campground?
Fees are required for overnight camping and docking and must be paid upon arrival or by sunset if camping. As of January 1, 2024 there is a $25 docking fee Friday - Monday and Federal Holidays and must be paid upon arrival.
How many sites does Elliot Key Campground have?
99 sites, including 66 boat-in sites, 32 tent-only sites, and 1 mooring.
Source: Site mix
Can I bring an RV to Elliot Key Campground?
Elliot Key Campground is listed for tents only.
Are there showers or a dump station at Elliot Key Campground?
Restrooms - cold water showers are available. Fresh drinking water is located outside the building.
Source: Amenities & rules
Are pets allowed at Elliot Key Campground?
Yes, pets are allowed at Elliot Key Campground. Leash rules apply.
What is there to do at Elliot Key Campground?
Daytime use and overnight camping - the campground is located on the Biscayne Bay side. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What if Elliot Key Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Boca Chita Campground (5 mi, first-come), Long Pine Key Campground (29 mi, first-come), and Pinecrest Group Campground (49.8 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby
Which national park is Elliot Key Campground in?
Elliot Key Campground is a Biscayne National Park campground. Entrance fees, alerts, and hours are on Park Atlas.
Source: Biscayne National Park