Can you kayak to Shell Key

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The Park lies along miles of sugar-sand coastline, which is consistently rated America's best beach. St. Andrews State Park is 1200 acres. It offers boating and camping as well as swimming and watersports. You can also bird/wildlife watch. The Shell Island Boats are located at 203 Jase Cr. Panama City Beach FL 32408.

Can You Fish On Shell Island

Can You Fish On Shell Island


The waters around St. Andrews State Park are nice for both beginning and experienced kayakers. There is plenty of interesting shoreline to explore as well as good swimming and snorkeling spots. Experienced paddlers may want to make the crossing to Shell Island or even paddle out the pass for some sea kayaking. The easiest and safest way to try kayaking on Shell Island is to arrange a rental package that includes a ride on the Shell Island Boats and kayaks available on Shell Island.

Shell Island Ferry Schedule


Explore Shell Island on your own time with your family and friends with one of our, well maintained, Shell Island Pontoon Boat Rentals.

Shell Island Ferry Schedule

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This is just a brief overview of some of the many recreational opportunities available at one of the most popular attractions in Panama City Beach: Shell Island. For more detailed information and plenty of pictures, explore our website. Or join us on the Shell Island Web Cam and preview the beauty of the park while you plan your trip. You can also give us a call at (850) 756-7535 or drop by 203 Jase Cr,Panama City Beach, FL 32408 to book your trip to shell island.

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The Atlantic Bottle Nose Dolphins, our most famous resident, are sure to make memories that will last a lifetime!

Shell Island Ferry Schedule

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For Panama City Beach residents looking for unspoiled white-sand beaches, Shell Island is a must-see spot. There is plenty of beach space on the island, as well as calm inshore waters that are ideal for snorkeling and swimming. The waters around the island are home to many colorful tropical fish, sea turtles, and dolphins. Walking the interior of Shell Island on land is a great way to discover rare coastal plants and bird species, as well as wildlife communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

This island is not as secluded as you see on the pictures and we couldn't find any of the cool shells either. (I understand that it's nature and can't be controlled).

Shell Island has a fascinating amount of local wildlife including dolphins, loggerhead turtles, green sea turtles, ghost crabs, beach mice, nine-banded armadillos, alligators that live in the lake on the island, marsh rabbits, racoons and more.

Shell Island is a nature preserve with no restrooms or any other visitor facilities such as trash receptacles, picnic tables, or shade pavilions. There is no trash removal service. Island visitors are asked to be responsible and take everything they bring to the Island with them when they leave.

Every year, visitors flock to the white sands of Panama City Beach, and each year they are joined by some 200 different species of shark. Both are drawn to the area's crystal clear waters and abundant sea life. The double sandbar system at Panama City Beach creates a deep water channel close to shore