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White sand beaches and emerald waters provide a tranquil yet vibrant atmosphere, with a variety of dining and entertainment options. Enjoy picturesque sunsets and a mix of leisure and activity.
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Pristine beaches, natural dunes, and emerald waters for shell hunting, hiking, and camping. Features diverse wildlife, including dolphins and manatees, for a serene nature retreat.
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Serene park with pristine beaches, ideal for shell collecting and snorkeling. Features scenic ferry rides to a quiet island with clear waters, white sands, and rental amenities.
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Vibrant outdoor shopping and entertainment hub with a mix of chain and specialty stores, diverse dining, and a Ferris wheel. Family-friendly with a lively atmosphere and nighttime illumination.
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Winery with a broad selection of sweet wines, complemented by homemade snacks and a cosy atmosphere. Includes a tasting experience with a complimentary glass of wine.
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Water park presents a mix of slides for all ages, a lazy river, live music, and a pirate theme. Enjoy views from atop and wave pool fun.
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Marine park featuring dolphin encounters and shows, with opportunities for swimming with these graceful creatures. Includes educational chats on marine life.
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Family-friendly amusement park with a variety of attractions including go-karts and mini-golf. Clean and well-maintained, the venue provides a welcoming atmosphere with fun rides for all ages.
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Interactive exhibits, including a mirror maze and 7D theatre, provide an engaging atmosphere with a playful twist. Highlights include a psychedelic maze and family-friendly activities.
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Tranquil conservation trails ideal for walking, running, or biking across varying terrains, such as gravel and boardwalks, with scenic views and resting benches throughout.
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What travellers are saying

  • Chastity M
    Harrodsburg, KY14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful beach! A little crowded in places but it was first week of spring break. Would go back during a time not a bunch of college kids there. Over all it wasn’t to bad.
    Written 23 March 2025
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  • Debra
    Bryantown, MD176 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is a must-see place for a quiet visit with nature. The water and beach are gorgeous with lots of great shell hunting. The baby alligator at Gator Lake was a treat and was showing off for us. Lots of construction, off-season, so lots of things were closed, including the nature center, but it was still well worth the trip.
    Written 18 February 2025
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  • Carol L
    1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Captains Keith and Carla were the BEST!! I've been to Shell Island many times over the years, and none of the captains have ever been very personable. Keith and Carla were just the opposite. Keith explained more about Shell Island to everyone than I've ever known - even showed us a diagram of which way to go to find the most shells. I wish he and Carla would give training to all the other ones about how to be so pleasant with the public!

    About the experience of the island itself, it wasn't great this time due to horrible biting flies and coffee colored waters due to recent storms.
    Written 7 October 2024
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  • PAboyinFL
    Ocala, FL1,748 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This area is a clean and well kept shopping center with typical modern tourist shops and restaurants. It’s a nice place to walk and browse around. It does have plenty of parking available.
    Written 27 December 2024
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  • KrisTina0709
    4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing place. The wine tasting was really awesome. Adam was nice and professional. We will definitely come back again soon.
    Written 22 March 2025
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  • cmbagwell71
    Fort Liberty, NC27 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Really the only negative was the prices. Staff were friendly; there was good shade if you get there early enough to snag a chair with an umbrella. It was a fun day and a great way to cool off on a hot July day.
    Written 19 July 2024
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  • Tommy B
    Lynn Haven, FL1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    First things first, I met the new owner Erika, and let me say she has some big plans for this zoo’s future. So don’t be deterred by how it looks now. She just recently bought it and said give her a year and we won’t recognize it. She said the previous owners had moved away and let the staff do whatever they wanted. It was sad to see how run down it had gotten. I will be buying an annual pass to see how much love this new owner will pour into her new found passion project
    Written 2 January 2025
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  • Nikita M
    7 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great value for a fun family filled day!!! The sea lion and dolphin shows are always great! The staff are always friendly and welcoming
    Written 13 October 2024
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  • Robert J
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We have always wondered about Swampy Jacks as we own a condo at the Aqua. We took 5 grandchildren and their parents and had a great time. Clean very friendly and although small everyone had fun …. Age 2 to 11. The staff was most helpful and friendly including Aiden on our last ride …. We will be back!
    Written 2 September 2024
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  • cindy s
    Trussville, AL8 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Always love being at PCB! From pirate ships ice-cream at Thomas's, ribs and a " Pineapple Willy" are the perfect way to wind down a day. You can't beat the beaches and the warm Gulf,friendly locals, and the amazing 4th of July fireworks reflecting in the eyes of everyone and the waves.
    Written 3 August 2024
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  • TallahasseeMark
    Tallahassee, FL502 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    First time discovering this trail even though I have visited the PCB area for many years.
    Great discovery!
    Looks like we hiked the mostly biking area (Gayle's Trail) day one."
    All of the Conservation Park trails were very well marked. We never felt "lost" during the three hours we were out there.
    There were people running, walking, and on bikes.
    We hiked.
    Hot day. Only wildlife we saw were 2 snakes...not aggressive.
    I ventured off the trail a bit and got stung by a hornet...on the ankle and on the knee. It HURT, but my leg did not swell up and the sting "pimple" was gone by the evening.
    We hiked the "blue trail", but there are several different trails to follow (I think 4). Lots of trail markers, colored coded for each trail.
    An occasional park attendant would drive by to keep an eye on folks. Nice.
    We loved it and cannot wait to go back when we return next time.
    Highly recommend!
    Written 17 March 2025
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  • NewmanO64
    Jonesville, VA13 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Good price for what you’re getting. We had fun. Arcade inside was a good time. Food trucks. Fair type of vibes. Would go back.
    Written 1 August 2022
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When to Visit
  • January
    12 ºC
    Coldest month
    9 days of rain
    Moderately busy
  • February
    14 ºC
    8 days of rain
    Moderately busy
  • March
    17 ºC
    9 days of rain
    Very busy
  • April
    20 ºC
    8 days of rain
    Moderately busy
  • May
    24 ºC
    8 days of rain
    Very busy
  • June
    27 ºC
    14 days of rain
    Very busy
    Busiest month
  • July
    28 ºC
    Hottest month
    18 days of rain
    Wettest month
    Very busy
  • August
    28 ºC
    17 days of rain
    Moderately busy
  • September
    26 ºC
    11 days of rain
    Less busy
  • October
    22 ºC
    7 days of rain
    Less busy
  • November
    17 ºC
    7 days of rain
    Less busy
    Least busy month
  • December
    14 ºC
    9 days of rain
    Less busy
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