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Biscayne Bay Yacht Club
A historic, private yacht club on Coconut Grove’s waterfront with docks on western Biscayne Bay. Call ahead for access, reciprocity, and any visitor dockage arrangements.
Biscayne Bay Yacht Club (BBYC) is a storied Coconut Grove institution founded in 1887 and closely tied to Miami’s sailing and racing culture. The clubhouse and docks sit just inside the Dinner Key boating hub, making BBYC a convenient waypoint for Biscayne Bay cruising.
Because BBYC is a private yacht club, visiting boater access and dockage are typically limited to members, reciprocal yacht-club visitors, or event guests. If you’re planning to arrive by water, confirm current procedures, availability, and any depth/size considerations with the club office before you go.
Once you’re in the area, you’re minutes from classic Biscayne Bay sightseeing—Downtown Miami’s skyline to the north, Key Biscayne along the Rickenbacker Causeway corridor to the east, and longer day trips south toward Biscayne National Park islands when conditions allow.
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Address
2540 South Bayshore Drive, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Parking
Parking policies aren’t clearly published for the general public. South Bayshore Drive can be congested—ask BBYC about event/member parking or consider paid public parking/rideshare nearby.
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About This Marina
Biscayne Bay Yacht Club is a private club on western Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove, located near the busy Dinner Key harbor area. The club traces its roots to 1887 and is often cited among the oldest yacht clubs in Florida/the Southeast. BBYC’s history includes early traditions around a Washington’s Birthday race and “chowder” gathering—customs that helped shape local sailing culture.
For boaters, BBYC’s biggest advantage is location: you’re positioned for short scenic runs along the bay, easy access toward Key Biscayne, and day-trip routes farther south. Keep in mind that dockage and facility access are not the same as a public marina—plan ahead and confirm arrangements directly with the club.
Popular nearby boat runs (from Coconut Grove)
Dinner Key / Coconut Grove Waterfront
5–15 minCruise the harbor zone and nearby waterfront. Expect marked channels, local traffic, and shallow flats outside the channel edges.
Downtown Miami Skyline (Biscayne Bay)
20–40 minA quick northbound sightseeing run along the bay for city views—ideal for a short evening cruise when winds cooperate.
Rickenbacker Causeway / Key Biscayne Corridor
20–45 minA classic Biscayne Bay route with open-water views and popular stopping/anchoring areas nearby (check local rules and conditions).
Biscayne National Park – Boca Chita Key (day trip)
1.5–3 hrs (one way, varies)A longer run south to iconic bay islands. Plan for weather, sea state, park regulations, and adequate fuel/range.
Dock-and-dine nearby (plan ahead)
Coconut Grove waterfront restaurants (vicinity)
5–20 min (by foot/short ride once docked)Key Biscayne area dining (by boat, then onshore)
30–60 min (run-dependent)Downtown/Miami waterfront options
30–60 min (run-dependent)Available Boats Nearby
Sunreef
Molto Piaciuto at Epic Brickell
Le Grand Bleu at Epic Brickell
Helios
Pershing GTX 116
Matzu
Blaack Pearl
26' Sea Ray Sundeck
Mackenzi
Sea View
Gulf to Golf
Millennium II
Sunreef
Molto Piaciuto at Epic Brickell
Le Grand Bleu at Epic Brickell
Helios
Pershing GTX 116
Matzu
Blaack Pearl
26' Sea Ray Sundeck
Mackenzi
Sea View
Gulf to Golf
Millennium II
Approach & arrival tips
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Frequently Asked Questions
BBYC is a private yacht club. Facility access (including docks and on-site spaces) is typically for members, invited guests, and reciprocal yacht-club visitors. Call the club to confirm current policies.
Transient/visitor dockage may be possible by arrangement, often tied to membership reciprocity or events. Availability can be limited—contact BBYC directly to request dockage and confirm requirements.
Use 25.7617, -80.1918 for planning. Always verify your approach with updated charts and local navigation guidance for the Dinner Key/Coconut Grove area.
Biscayne Bay is shallow in many areas off the channels. Local references commonly cite the Dinner Key Main Channel (~8 ft) and Seaplane Channel (~5 ft), but depths vary with tide and shoaling—use updated charts and proceed carefully.
Bring dock lines and fenders (rig both sides if possible), a VHF radio, updated charts/app, a tide plan, sun protection, and bug spray for evenings. If visiting via reciprocity, have yacht club credentials ready (confirm details with BBYC).
Popular runs include the Downtown Miami skyline, the Rickenbacker Causeway/Key Biscayne corridor, and longer day trips toward Biscayne National Park islands like Boca Chita Key (weather and rules permitting).
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