Elliott Key Campground

Golden orange sunset mirrored in the calm waters of the bay
Watch spectacular sunsets from the shoreline at Elliott Key · NPS photo by Karen Adkins
Campsites
20
RVs
Not allowed
Fee
$35 / night
Coordinates
25.4536, -80.1959
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25.4536, -80.1959 · Park boundary: National Park Service

Elliott Key campground is located on an island. The only access is by boat. Elliott Key features waterside and partially forested camping areas, picnic tables, and grills. Restrooms with sinks and cold water showers are available. A mile-long loop hiking trail starts near the campground. Another walking trail, the infamous "Spite Highway" runs approximately six miles down the center of the island. At low tide, the depth of the entrance to the marina is approximately 2 1/2 feet.

Elliott Key Campground
Every day
All Day

Campgrounds Open 24 hours a Day

Elliott Key Campground
Every day
All Day

Campgrounds Open 24 hours a Day

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

20
Tent-only
1
Group
Camping Fees$35

$35 per night including boat docking, $25 per night for tenting only. Download the free Recreation.gov app to pay your fees upon arrival using your mobile phone and Scan & Pay. Any vessel in the harbor after 5 pm is considered an overnight stay. Tenting fees are for a maximum of six people and two tents. Seniors with a valid America the Beautiful – The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Senior Pass receive a 50% discount on fees.

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

RVs
Not allowed
Trailers
Not allowed
Access roads
No Roads
Classification
Limited Development Campground
Wheelchair access

The island is uneven and unpaved and not suitable for most mobility devices.

ADA facilities

The only access to the campground is by boat. There are no ADA campsites.

Per the National Park Service, as of 2026-08-04

The campground is on the bay side of the island, with sites in the grassy area by the water and under the forested canopy. Restrooms are located adjacent to the grassy camping area. A mile-long loop hiking trail starts near the campground. Another walking trail, the infamous "Spite Highway" runs approximately six miles down the center of the island from north to south.

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