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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.

Marina Information

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.
Amenities
Private yacht club docks (visitor dockage by arrangement)Sailing & racing culture (events/regattas can affect access)Waterfront location in the Dinner Key/Coconut Grove harbor zoneNearby channel approaches (marked) and shallow-water awareness needed

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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 min

Cruise 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 min

A 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 min

A 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

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Dolce Vita - 50 Fountaine 50 Fountaine Pajot

Dolce Vita - 50 Fountaine

13 PaxStew
Titanium
Sunreef 70 Sunreef

Sunreef

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Black
Whiskey & Waves at Epic Brickell Prestige 500 Fly

Whiskey & Waves at Epic Brickell

Lux13 PaxStew
Titanium
Le Grand Bleu at Epic Brickell Azimut 66 FLY

Le Grand Bleu at Epic Brickell

13 PaxStew
Titanium
Helios 78’ SunSeeker

Helios

Lux13 PaxStew
Silver
Blaack Pearl Sea Ray Amberjack 290

Blaack Pearl

12 Pax
Silver
26' Sea Ray Sundeck Sea Ray Sundeck 240

26' Sea Ray Sundeck

10 PaxPet Friendly
Gold
Mackenzi Cruiser Yachts 3470 Express

Mackenzi

12 PaxPet Friendly
Gold
Sea View Sea ray sundancer

Sea View

13 PaxPet Friendly
Gold
Gulf to Golf Sea Ray Sundancer 320

Gulf to Golf

12 Pax
Titanium
Millennium II Azimut Jumbo

Millennium II

13 PaxPet FriendlyStew
Silver
Blue Hurricane 2400 OB

Blue

10 PaxPet Friendly
Black
Dolce Vita - 50 Fountaine 50 Fountaine Pajot

Dolce Vita - 50 Fountaine

13 PaxStew
Titanium
Sunreef 70 Sunreef

Sunreef

Lux13 PaxStew
Black
Whiskey & Waves at Epic Brickell Prestige 500 Fly

Whiskey & Waves at Epic Brickell

Lux13 PaxStew
Titanium
Le Grand Bleu at Epic Brickell Azimut 66 FLY

Le Grand Bleu at Epic Brickell

13 PaxStew
Titanium
Helios 78’ SunSeeker

Helios

Lux13 PaxStew
Silver
Blaack Pearl Sea Ray Amberjack 290

Blaack Pearl

12 Pax
Silver
26' Sea Ray Sundeck Sea Ray Sundeck 240

26' Sea Ray Sundeck

10 PaxPet Friendly
Gold
Mackenzi Cruiser Yachts 3470 Express

Mackenzi

12 PaxPet Friendly
Gold
Sea View Sea ray sundancer

Sea View

13 PaxPet Friendly
Gold
Gulf to Golf Sea Ray Sundancer 320

Gulf to Golf

12 Pax
Titanium
Millennium II Azimut Jumbo

Millennium II

13 PaxPet FriendlyStew
Silver
Blue Hurricane 2400 OB

Blue

10 PaxPet Friendly
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Approach & arrival tips

• BBYC sits in the Coconut Grove/Dinner Key harbor area on western Biscayne Bay. • Use current charts and follow marked channels—Biscayne Bay shoals quickly outside the channel lines. • Local guidance for this zone commonly references two approaches: Dinner Key Main Channel (often cited around ~8 ft) and the Seaplane Channel (often cited around ~5 ft). Depths vary—do not rely on posted numbers; verify with updated charts/tide. • If an event or regatta is scheduled, expect higher traffic and tighter dock availability. • Because access is private, call ahead to confirm docking instructions, check-in procedures, and where (or whether) a transient vessel can tie up.
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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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