Boating & Things to Do in Daufuskie Island
Discover 4 amazing destinations, from hidden anchorages to lively sandbars.
Best Time to Visit
Subtropical climate featuring mild, dry winters and warm, active summers perfect for sandbar rafting and reef snorkeling. Boaters generally favor the November to May window for the most stable cruising conditions.
Winter (Dec – Feb)
Air: 74°F – 78°FWater: 71°F – 73°F
Cool offshore breezes, excellent visibility for reef snorkeling.
Spring (Mar – May)
Air: 81°F – 85°FWater: 76°F – 78°F
Sandbar season begins, prime offshore sportfishing conditions.
Summer (Jun – Aug)
Air: 88°F – 92°FWater: 83°F – 86°F
Warm waters, afternoon thunder showers, lobster season opens in late July.
Autumn (Sep – Nov)
Air: 82°F – 86°FWater: 79°F – 82°F
Tropical season transitions to pleasant autumn cooling.
Events Calendar
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Recommended Voyages & Itineraries
Curated Route4 Days
Biscayne Bay to Key Largo Cruise
Cruise south from Miami's high-energy sandbars through Biscayne National Park. Stop at Elliott Key, snorkel Carysfort Reef Lighthouse, and dock-and-dine in Key Largo.
Planned Stops
Miami→
Nixon Sandbar→
Elliott Key→
Carysfort Reef→
Key Largo
All Daufuskie Island Destinations
MARINA
Freeport Marina
Daufuskie Island
Freeport Marina is the primary boating gateway to Daufuskie Island. Boaters can secure daily transient dockage for a flat $10 fee on a first-come, first-served basis. The marina complex is home to the Old Daufuskie Crab Company restaurant, Firemost Pizza, and the Freeport General Store for provisions and local goods. Direct on-site golf cart rentals are available, allowing you to easily explore the island's scenic roads.
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DOCK & DINE
Old Daufuskie Crab Company
Daufuskie Island
The Old Daufuskie Crab Company is a legendary waterfront restaurant located at Freeport Marina on Daufuskie Island. It is famous for its dive bar atmosphere, fresh local seafood, and its signature 'Scrap Iron' moonshine cocktail. Boaters can dock at Freeport Marina for $10/day and walk straight up to the restaurant. Visitors can also rent golf carts on-site to explore the island, grab pizza at Firemost Pizza, or stock up at the Freeport General Store.
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ANCHORAGE
Daufuskie Island Boat Landing
Daufuskie Island
Located between Savannah and Hilton Head, Daufuskie Island is only accessible by boat. With its rich history and untouched beauty, a visit to this charmingly remote island is sure to impress. Embark on a nature walk through the island's unpaved paths. The Daufuskie Island Boat Landing includes a fixed pier, nearby restrooms at D'Fuskie’s Store and Eatery. A short walk from the landing is golf cart rentals. Rent at Daufuskie Life or Explore Daufuskie. Rent a golf cart for the day and explore the island.
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DOCK & DINE
Firemost Pizza
Daufuskie Island
Firemost Pizza is a popular waterfront wood-fired pizzeria located within the Freeport Marina complex on Daufuskie Island. Boaters can dock at Freeport Marina for $10/day and walk directly to the pizzeria. It serves as a fantastic alternative or complement to the Old Daufuskie Crab Company, offering fresh, hot pizzas in a relaxed island setting.