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Why Is Shell Island Called Shell Island


Shell Island Ferry was established in 1928 and is still family-owned and operated. We are the only ferry service that provides official ferry services to and from Egmont Key, Shell Key.


Shell Island is an iconic Panama City Beach location that offers unspoiled white-sand beach experiences. The island has plenty of sandy beaches, and tranquil inshore waters for great snorkeling and swimming. You will see many beautiful tropical fish, turtles, and dolphins in the area. Shell Island's interior can be explored on foot.

Can you have a fire at Shell Island


There is no limit to how long you can stay on the island, but at the end each day you must take the last ferry off. You should always check the Ferry schedule when you purchase your Ferry ticket.

Can you have a fire at Shell Island
What's the safest beach in Florida

What's the safest beach in Florida


You can enjoy a day at Shell Island Ferry's beautiful beach. Order Ferry tickets online now or visit Shell Island Ferry at 313 Brynn Ct, Panama City Beach, FL 32408. The Ferry can also provide water-sports packages such as kayak rentals and snorkeling equipment. You can call us at (850) 756-7533, or visit our office at 313 Brynn Ct,Panama City Beach, FL 32408.

Ship Island Ferry


Shell Island can only easily be reached by boat. Shell Island Ferry offers visitors the best, most secure, and fastest way to reach Shell Island. Since 1999, the Shell Island Ferry, which is officially the Shell Island Ferry service provided by St. Andrews State Park Marina to Shell Island has been transporting guests there for many years.

Pontoon Rentals

Pontoon Rentals


Not available at this time. You are welcome to bring your own. We offer beach chairs and umbrellas for rent. You can also buy sun block and other accessories along with drinks and snacks at the store where you purchase Ferry tickets.

Can you take a caravan to Shell Island


* We pick us up at the State Park docks and drop them off about 2.2 mi down the island.

Frequently Asked Questions

About an hour drive
Shell Island is an actual island in the St Andrews Bay off of Panama City Beach, about an hour drive from Destin.

Shell Island can only be accessed by boat, and the Shell Island Ferry is the easiest, safest, and quickest way for visitors to reach Shell Island.
 

Shell Island is seven miles of undeveloped scenery between the Gulf and St. Andrew Bay. At one point, Shell Island was inhabited by Native Americans, Spanish Settlers, and even pirates.

Go Where the Dolphins are

Shell Island is 7 miles of incredible beach bliss located across the water from Saint Andrew's Park. This natural wonder is one of your best bets for finding and swimming with dolphins in Panama City Beach.