KiteGlobeShell Island
Shell Island is a kiteboarding spot near Panama City in USA, with open ocean conditions, best ridden in January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | Florida |
| Nearest town | Panama City |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Island |
| Wind type | Thermal, Frontal |
| Best months | January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December |
| Coordinates | 30.0928, -85.6861 |
About Shell Island
When on Shell Island, you have access to the Emerald Green Gulf of Mexico for surf and flat water on the bay side. The island is accessible only by boat, but it is definitely worth the trip. The surf on the Gulf can be a mixed bag depending on weather conditions. With the strong cold fronts or tropical weather, the surf can range from 4-10 feet. Typically in summer, without a tropical system, the water is clear and flat. An afternoon sea breeze may increase it to 2-3 feet. Shallow areas.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Shell Island?
The best time to kite Shell Island is January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Shell Island offers open ocean conditions (Thermal, Frontal wind), launching from island.
How do I get to Shell Island?
Only accessible by boat from Panama City.
View Shell Island on the interactive map →Other kite spots near Shell Island
- Alligator Point
- St. Andrews State Park
- Beach Drive
- Tyndall Airforce Base
- DuPont Bridge
- Panama City - Schooners Beach
Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.