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Biscayne Bay: Biscayne National Park - Boca Chita Key

Florida

About

Boca Chita Key is a beach within Biscayne National Park in Florida, about 11 miles from the town of Cutler Bay. It sits among the park's network of keys, and the surrounding waters make it a natural base for exploring the bay and its trails. Winter and early spring are the most comfortable time to visit. Typical averages from the nearby Cape Florida weather station show January highs around 77°F with lows near 63°F, while summer brings highs near 91°F and rain on about 15 days a month from July through September. Several other spots lie within easy reach. Biscayne Bay, a saltwater fishing area, is about 4 miles away. The Elliott Key Trail is about 5 miles off, and the Elliot Key Paddling Trail is about 7 miles away. Adams Key Trail rounds out the options at about 9.5 miles.

Beach Details

Parking

None at the access

Restrooms

Yes

As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.

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Location

Biscayne Bay: Biscayne National Park - Boca Chita Key

Florida

Data: Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Florida Coastal Management Program. Source metadata · Official page

Facts about this place

When to go

Best time to go: Nov–Apr. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 77–84°F and lows of 63–72°F.

Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Cape Florida, FL weather station, 10 mi away. High / low in °F, and days with snow.

  1. Jan77° high63° low
  2. Feb79° high65° low
  3. Mar81° high67° low
  4. Apr84° high72° low
  5. May86° high75° low
  6. Jun90° high78° low
  7. Jul91° high79° low
  8. Aug91° high79° low
  9. Sep90° high79° low
  10. Oct87° high76° low
  11. Nov83° high71° low
  12. Dec80° high66° low

Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020

Where it is

Nearest town
Cutler Bay, Florida · 11 mi

Source: NPS Land Resources boundaries; USGS GNIS populated places

Conditions

Active alerts for Biscayne National Park as of Oct 9, 2026:

  • Camping and Docking at Boca Chita and Elliott Keys

    Information · posted Sep 18, 2026

  • Boater Awareness

    Caution · posted Aug 24, 2026

  • Ride Share Services

    Information · posted Aug 24, 2026

Source: NPS Alerts API

Nearby

Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)

    Biscayne Bay: Biscayne National Park - Boca Chita Key — Beach in Florida | Roamze