Shell Island Nature Reserve

Nature reserve Panama City Beach, Florida, United States

What to expect

Shell Island is a seven-mile stretch of undeveloped paradise nestled between the Gulf of Mexico and St. Andrew Bay. The island offers a pristine beach with sugar-white sand and emerald green waters, perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing. Visitors can also enjoy kayaking, paddleboarding, and beachcombing. The island is home to diverse wildlife, including deer, sea turtles, ghost crabs, and shorebirds. Families can take a dolphin tour or rent a boat to explore the island. With its natural beauty and abundant wildlife, Shell Island is an ideal destination for families and nature lovers

Plan your family visit to the Shell Island Nature Reserve with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We spent a day at Shell Island Nature Reserve, enjoying the pristine and undeveloped reserve with no amenities, no development, and no vehicle access

Highlights: The kids loved experiencing ocean life like dolphins, turtles, rays, jellies, and more! They also loved hunting for shells ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We took a pontoon boat to Shell Island, a pristine paradise only accessible by boat. We enjoyed the warm waters and the fun waterpark, Paradise Adventures, in the bay

Highlights: The kids loved playing in the water and exploring the island, while we enjoyed the peace and quiet of this beautiful place ✨