Ride a Ferry to Shell Island Beach From Panama City
Take a 15-minute ferry to Shell Island from St. Andrews State Park
Duration
Approximately 15 Minutes
Includes
Ferry ride, Shell Island trip
Highlights
Ride the ferry from St. Andrews State Park to Shell Island Beach for time on sandy shores and easy island exploring. Departures run hourly, and reservations are strongly encouraged due to high demand.
- Ride a ferry across St. Andrews Bay in about 15 minutes
- Depart hourly from St. Andrews State Park at the top of the hour
- Return hourly from Shell Island at the bottom of the hour
- Bring your own cooler and refreshments or buy snacks at the Pier Store
- Plan ahead since restrooms are not available on Shell Island
- Follow island rules about shells with live organisms and nesting areas
What's Included
- 15-minute ferry ride to Shell Island
Things to know
Dogs are not allowed on the ferry, including service animals. Pick-up and drop-off is about 2.2 miles down the island at the State Park docks, and there is no lifeguard on duty. A $75 recovery fee applies if staff must respond to missed final departure time from Shell Island.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled departure for a full refund. No refund if you cancel within 24 hours. If lightning is in the area, service may be suspended; if suspended for more than 1 hour, full refunds are issued to guests with cancelled reservations.
FAQs
Arrive at the Pier Store at least 30 minutes before your reserved departure time for check-in and to board the tram to the ferry dock.
If you are not to the ferry by the scheduled departure time, your reservation will be cancelled. Your reservation is only valid for the date and time you booked, and availability to move you to another time is not guaranteed.
Park and check in at the Pier Store, then ride a tram to the ferry dock. The tram leaves before your scheduled ferry departure time.
Meeting details
4607 State Park Ln, Panama City, FL 32408
