For years, St. Andrews State Park has been known as a day trip. You take the ferry. You spend a few hours on Shell Island. You head back before sunset. […]

Just east of St. Andrews State Park lies an island with no buildings, no roads, and no hotels. Shell Island is a working piece of the Florida coast that looks […]

Dates: Friday June 19th – Sunday June 21st Theme: High-energy days on the water with boating, beach time, and the start of summer. Day 1 – Friday: Beach Going Arrival: […]

Dates: Friday May 29th – Sunday May 31st Theme: A relaxing coastal escape featuring wildlife, island adventures, and a rare Blue Moon experience. Day 1 – Friday: Wildlife Observation Arrival: […]

Panama City Beach is known for crowds, condos, and packed shorelines. Shell Island is the opposite. No roads. No hotels. No high-rises. Just untouched coastline, clear water, and space. And […]

As we celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary, the America250 initiative invites us to trace the federal investments that turned raw coastline into public treasure. At St. Andrews State Park, […]

If 2026 is the year you finally plan that unforgettable Gulf Coast getaway, make it the year you meet Panama City Beach’s most intelligent and playful residents. Dolphin season along […]

As America marks its 250th anniversary, the America250 initiative reminds us that some of the most enduring contributions to American community life were made not in national capitals but in […]

Dates: 3 Day Weekend Itinerary Theme: Long days at the beach without needing to leave the park. Day 1 – Friday: Snorkeling Afternoon Arrival Check into your glamping tent at […]

Dates: Friday, April 24th – Sunday, April 26th, 2026 Main Features: Seabreeze Jazz Festival – Friday-Sunday, April 24th – 26th St. Andrews Paint & Sip – Saturday, April 25th Day […]

Dates: Friday, March 20th – Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 Main Feature: St. Andrews Food Truck Event – Friday-Saturday, March 20th-21st Day 1 – Friday, March 20th: First Day of Spring […]

We are proud to announce that St. Andrews State Park has been named one of the best state parks in Florida by Travel + Leisure! Praised for its stunning dual-waterfront […]

As we celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary, the America250 initiative invites us to honor the full, diverse tapestry of our nation’s history. At St Andrews Shell Island, a proud […]

When travelers search for things to do in Panama City Beach, the results usually highlight resorts, boardwalks, nightlife, and organized attractions. Shell Island, however, exists outside that narrative entirely. And […]

Planning group activities in Panama City Beach can feel overwhelming, especially when transportation, scheduling, and different interests all need to line up. The process becomes much simpler when everything is […]

Winter brings a special charm to the coastal areas surrounding St. Andrews State Park and Shell Island on Florida’s Gulf Coast. As cooler breezes sweep across the emerald waters and […]

There’s something magical about Shell Island in spring, a season when the Gulf waters shimmer in shades of turquoise, the breezes are soft and mild, and nature begins to awaken […]

Shell Island Florida is not just another beach. It is the kind of place that makes you forget school calendars and shopping lists exist. Only a short ferry ride from […]

Let’s be honest – sometimes, the best days are the ones where nothing is scheduled, nothing is urgent, and the only thing on your to-do list is…absolutely nothing. If that […]

Anyone watching the Gulf Coast roll into summer knows that Shell Island is thriving with activity. From late spring into early summer, Shell Island picks up the pace, drawing in […]