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Pelican Harbor Marina
A practical, in-town Miami-Dade County marina on Biscayne Bay—ideal for quick Bay/ICW cruising, easy launches, and fast access to Pelican Island’s nature preserve.
Pelican Harbor Marina is a Miami‑Dade County marina on Biscayne Bay near the 79th Street Causeway, known as a convenient “in‑town” base for boaters who want to be on the water fast without committing to a long run.
From here, you can cruise the Intracoastal/Biscayne Bay for sightseeing and waterfront stops, or pick an inlet for offshore access when conditions cooperate. It’s also one of the closest and easiest jumping‑off points for a short hop to Pelican Island, a nearby nature preserve and bird sanctuary.
If you’re planning a visit, call ahead for transient slip availability (limited), confirm depths for your draft, and be ready with dock lines and fenders for fixed docks.
Marina Information
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Address
1275 NE 79 Street, Miami, FL 33138
Parking
Parking fees apply for launch/retrieve; confirm current vehicle/trailer parking rules and rates with the office at 305‑754‑9330 before arrival.
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About This Marina
Pelican Harbor Marina offers 112 total slips with a limited number of transient slips (reported 10), fixed docks, and approximately 6 ft reported depth on approach and dockside (treat as approximate—tide and loading matter). Boaters use it for straightforward access to Biscayne Bay and the Intracoastal, plus the rare combo of being close to the city while sitting minutes from a protected bird sanctuary at Pelican Island. The property is generally sunrise to sunset, with park office hours 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. daily, and ramps open 24 hours.
Nearby boating destinations (within ~5 miles)
Pelican Island (Nature Preserve & Bird Sanctuary)
~5–10 minutes (about 400 yards offshore)A quick hop from the marina to a quiet nature escape. The county notes covered picnic shelters, grills, picnic tables, and a sand volleyball court (bring your own net/ball). Keep wakes down and pack out trash to protect wildlife.
Biscayne Bay / Intracoastal cruising
Minutes from the docksEasy in-bay cruising with scenic routes and access toward shopping and dining corridors along the Intracoastal.
Offshore runs via Haulover Inlet or Government Cut
Plan by route and conditionsFor ocean days, choose your inlet based on sea state, destination, and your draft/comfort level. When conditions are sporty, staying in-bay is often the safer, more comfortable option.
Dock-and-dine nearby
Waterfront dining along the Biscayne Bay/Intracoastal corridor
Short cruiseDowntown Miami/Bayside area options
~20–40 minutes by boat (route-dependent)Available Boats Nearby
Acuamundo
Sunamy
Giselle at Pelican Harbor
Giuli
Water You Doing at North Bay
Molto Piaciuto at Yaya
Warrior
Warrior II
Thunderbird
Luxury Catamaran at Captain Joe
Twe11ve
Litos Way
Acuamundo
Sunamy
Giselle at Pelican Harbor
Giuli
Water You Doing at North Bay
Molto Piaciuto at Yaya
Warrior
Warrior II
Thunderbird
Luxury Catamaran at Captain Joe
Twe11ve
Litos Way
Arrival tips by boat
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Frequently Asked Questions
25.850000, -80.165000 (decimal degrees).
Directories report about 10 transient slips, but availability can vary. Call the park office at 305‑754‑9330 to confirm current transient options and fit for your boat.
Reported depth is approximately 6 ft on approach and about 6 ft dockside. Treat this as approximate—tides and recent conditions can change depth—so confirm before arrival if you’re close on draft.
VHF 16 is monitored; working channel is 68 when coordinating arrival (as listed by marine directories).
Yes—Miami‑Dade lists the boat ramps as open 24 hours. Property hours are generally sunrise to sunset; office hours are 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. daily.
Pelican Island is about 400 yards offshore and is a nature preserve/bird sanctuary—an easy, short hop for picnics and a low‑key escape close to the city.
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