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.
This location is available on a first-come, first-served basis only. Visitors are required to physically arrive at the campground to purchase and claim a site. Once on-site, you can pay for your campsite(s) by scanning a QR code using the Recreation.gov mobile app.
There is limited cellular connectivity at this location. Please download the free Recreation.gov mobile app and create an account prior to 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.
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.
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.
Nearby Attractions
Elliott Key is located just south of Boca Chita Key.
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.
Changes & Cancellations
Ensure one of the designated campsites is available prior to paying. Once payment is made on-site, we do not offer refunds or modifications.
Contact Information
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: (305) 230-1144
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
Elliott Key is only accessible by boat. Use of a nautical chart and/or GPS is recommended for safe navigation.
Available Campsites
- Site Docking and Campsite 8, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 15, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
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- Site Docking and Campsite 14, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 25, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
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- Site Docking and Campsite 10, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 4, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
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- Site Docking and Campsite 12, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 24, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 32, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 9, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 14, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 28, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 29, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 8, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 1, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 23, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 19, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 29, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 16, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
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- Site Docking and Campsite 21, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 15, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 12, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
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- Site Docking and Campsite 20, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
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- Site Docking and Campsite 26, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 3, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 18, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 6, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 27, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 10, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 22, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 2, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 7, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 30, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
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- Site Docking and Campsite 31, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 24, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 13, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 17, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 9, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 28, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 23, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 1, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 13, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 22, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 17, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 31, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 30, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 4, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 5, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 19, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 11, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Docking and Campsite 11, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 6, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite 27, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type
- Site Campsite, Loop Elliot Key Campground, Type Tent Only Nonelectric
