Shell Island

Island Panama City, Florida, United States

What to expect

Shell Island is a 7-mile undeveloped barrier island with pristine beaches, clear waters, and diverse wildlife, offering activities like snorkeling, kayaking, and dolphin tours, perfect for a family-friendly beach vacation

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

5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Shell Island (Panama City Beach, Florida)

This family's experience:

Activities: We spent a day at the beach, walked along the white sandy beaches, and saw native vegetation and local wildlife

Highlights: We enjoyed the unspoiled natural beauty and the emerald blue waters ✨

This is what a fun weekend in Panama City Beach looks like with teens

This family's experience:

Activities: We took a trip to Shell Island and spent the day on the beach

Highlights: The teens took turns burying each other in the sand and played in the water ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We rented a pontoon boat and spent the day exploring this pristine, uninhabited barrier island

Highlights: The kids loved snorkeling and spotting sea critters in the clear water. We also enjoyed the peacefulness and the feeling of being completely alone on the island ✨