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Shell Island, an undeveloped barrier island off Florida’s Emerald Coast, is called "Seaside Island". It runs approximately 7 miles east to west. It is composed of graceful sand dunes as well as pine hammocks and shrub forest. Shorebirds and deer can call this inland lake home. Shell Island is protected by the shore, which means that many species of coastal wildlife and endangered species have made their home there.
For the ultimate in freedom and adventure book your own pontoon boat! Due to demand reservations are highly recommended.
St. Andrews State Park Campground Camp Store can rent beach bikes. You can also ride on the 2-mile-long paved bike trail that runs through the park. It's a great spot to view deer or other park wildlife. Two short and easy hiking trails offer a great opportunity to see the native pine forest and coastal scrub habitats.
The 7-mile-long barrier island Shell Island is located at the south-eastern tip of Panama City Beach Florida's natural reserve, St. Andrews State Park. This undeveloped stretch of white sandy beach, coastal scrubland, pine hammocks, and sandbars seperates St. Andrews Bay form the Gulf of Mexico. Shell Island is an oasis for wildlife and marine life, as well as beach lovers who wish to escape the resorts, condominiums, and shacks that line the beaches to the north.
The St. Andrews State Park includes the western half of Shell Island. It is as natural as Florida can get. You won't find yourself stopping at a snack stand or at a picnic table. You will have the opportunity to view some of the most stunning, unspoiled wild land on the East Coast. You will have the opportunity to see endangered species.
Shell Island Boats is smaller than larger boats, which can carry up to 150 passengers. Our Large Family Cruiser boat holds 15 passengers. Children are not allowed on our boat. With your snorkel gear on, we can get you in the water quickly without causing any disruptions or splashes that may scare the dolphins.
St. Andrew Bay has one of the largest living populations of bottlenose Dolphins anywhere in the world. These are the iconic gray dolphins, which most people recognize from TV, movies, or marine parks. Shell Island Pontoons offers dolphin tour options that allow you to observe wild bottlenose dolphins at their natural habitat. It's an unforgettable experience that will create memorable Panama City Beach vacation memories. Enjoy a Dolphin encounter with Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours. It will be the highlight your Panama City Beach trip.
Snorkeling is safe and easy for people of all ages. One of the best things about Shell Island is that the calm shallow water behind the jetty is the perfect place for first-time snorkelers to try the sport.
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
Though the area boasts an average of 320 days of sunshine per year, late spring, summer and early fall offer some of the warmest air and water temperatures. Plus, by avoiding a visit in March or April, you'll dodge the deluge of college students who descend on the area's ivory sands every year for spring break.
There is still an amazingly pristine, uninhabited island just waiting to be explored. Shell Island is a barrier island, a 7-mile stretch of undeveloped land nestled between the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrews