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Elliot Key Campground

FL · Biscayne National Park

Elliot Key Campground is generally easy to book. Across the 5 months we have reservation data for, difficulty peaks in January (3/10) and eases to its lowest in March (1/10). The heat strip below breaks down every month — pick one for its full odds, lead-time chart, and easier nearby alternatives.

Season at a glance

Booking difficulty by month

12-month reservation season
  1. Jan3
  2. Feb2
  3. Mar1
  4. Apr1
  5. May–
  6. Jun–
  7. Jul–
  8. Aug–
  9. Sep–
  10. Oct–
  11. Nov–
  12. Dec3
1 · Easy10 · Lottery

Midweek tip: in the busiest month (January), arrivals are lightest on Monday — shift your dates to improve your odds.

Booking window

When reservations open

Booking window

Reservations open on a rolling 6-month window at 7:00 AM America/New York.

For example, sites for April 15, 2027 become bookable on October 15, 2026. Set a reminder a few minutes before release for the best shot.

Standard Recreation.gov 6-month rolling window: sites become bookable 6 months before arrival at 7:00 AM ET.

Facilities

Sites & amenities

  • 32 tent-only sites

Activities: DAY USE AREA, HIKING, PICNICKING, CAMPING

Fees

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. Campers that dock a boat Friday-Monday are required to pay both the camping and docking fee. The campground overnight camping fee is $35 and must be paid by sunset if camping.

Fee details as listed on Recreation.gov. Rates and passes change by season, so confirm the current price on Recreation.gov before you book.

Location

Where it is