Elliott Key Campground campground
Elliott Key Campground
Surrounding Views:
The campground offers stunning views of the turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay, which is surrounded by mangrove forests. The island is also home to a variety of tropical plants and wildlife, including over 170 bird species, manatees, and sea turtles.
Nearby Points of Interest:
While on Elliott Key, visitors can explore the island’s historic sites, including the ruins of the early 20th century pineapple plantation and a lighthouse built in the 1800s. Visitors can also go hiking, fishing, swimming, and snorkeling in the surrounding waters.
Campground Amenities:
The Elliott Key Campground offers tent camping, as well as a limited number of group campsites. The campground has restrooms, showers, picnic tables, and grills. There is also a small store on the island that sells snacks, drinks, and camping supplies.
Interesting Facts:
Elliott Key was once inhabited by the Tequesta people, who were the original inhabitants of South Florida. The island was later used for pineapple farming and has a rich history as a key location for the drug trade in the 1980s.
Best Time of Year to Visit:
The best time to visit Elliott Key Campground is between November and April when temperatures are milder, ranging from high 60s to low 80s. Summers can be hot and humid, with temperatures in the high 80s and low 90s.
Sources:
- National Park Service: https://www.nps.gov/bisc/planyourvisit/elliott-key-campground.htm
- Visit Florida: https://www.visitflorida.com/en-us/listing.a0t4000000QTsJWAA1.html
- Travel + Leisure: https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/national-parks/elliott-key-biscayne-national-park-florida
What's on-site at Elliott Key Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Elliott Key Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boca Chita Key Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Larry And Penny Thompson Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| John Pennekamp - Coral Reef State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Long Pine Key - Everglades National Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Long Pine Key Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Elliott Key Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Canal 111 At S-18-C Near Florida City | 48 cfs | → |
| Tamiami Canal Near Coral Gables | 55 cfs | → |
| Levee 31 North Extension At 7 Mile Nr West Miami F | 135 cfs | → |
| Levee 31 North Extension At 5 Mile Nr West Miami F | 88 cfs | → |
| Miami Canal At Nw36 St | 24 cfs | → |
| Levee 31 North Extension At 4 Mile Nr West Miami F | 86 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Black Point Park
- Lakes By The Bay Park
- Franjo Park
- Lincoln City Park Number One
- Lincoln City Park Number Two
- Old Cutler Hammock Park
Boat launches
- Southwest Guadalajara Street Coral Gables
- Steamboat Creek
- Card Sound Rd
- Barnes Sound #2
- Falls Boat Launch
- Barnes Sound #1
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Elliott Key Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Elliott Key Campground
Can I make reservations at Elliott Key Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Elliott Key Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Elliott Key Campground.