Panama City Beach Vacation Highlights
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Panama City Beach >>> 100 miles (161km) east of Pensacola, 100 miles (161km) south west of Tallahassee

 

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The Miracle Strip Amusement Park is dominated by a 105-foot-high (32m) roller coaster but it's just one of over 30 rides, including a traditional carousel for the little ones.

The adjoining Shipwreck Island Water Park offers water amusement for all ages and levels of stamina. Gulf World Marine Park features shows with talented dolphins and an assortment of marine creatures.

ZooWorld Zoological & Botanical Park is an educational zoo and a participates in a species survival program to protect endangered species.

There are over 350 species including orangutans and other primates, big cats, alligators and reptiles. The center features a walk-through aviary, a bat exhibit, and a petting zoo.

St. Andrews State Park at the east end of the beach has more than 1,000 acres of preserved pristine white sand and dunes. Picnic areas are are available for visitors on both the gulf beach and the Grand Lagoon.

beach sunset photoFor anglers, there are jetties and a boat ramp and a nature trail for hikers and walkers. The area is home to foxes, coyotes, and a herd of deer. Overnight camping is permitted. 

The uninhabited nature preserve of Shell Island, a narrow barrier island accessible only by boat,  is a popular spot shelling, swimming or just enjoying the beach. Access is via the Shell Island Shuttle. Several cruise boats go to Shell Island including some that offer a glass bottom for viewing.

There is no shortage of rental boats available from the local marinas for exploring the local waterways. Jet boats, waverunners, inflatables, and other water sports equipment is available from several rental outlets. 

There are numerous cruises available. A favourite with children is the 2 hr swashbuckling cruise on the pirate ship replica, Sea Dragon. The Glass Bottom Boat, based at Treasure Island Marina, provides a popular narrated educational cruise that includes underwater viewing, dolphin spotting, bird feeding and a stop-over at Shell Island. 

swimming with dolphins photoThere is fishing in abundance, ranging from charter boats, shared party boats and casting a line from the 2 local piers. The waters off Panama City have more than 50 artificial reefs and shipwrecks that are a popular spot for diving and snorkelling. 

As with all the popular destinations in Florida, there is no shortage of golf courses. The area offers a variety of course layouts ranging from 72 hole championship play to 9 hole resort courses.

Photos courtesy of the Panama City Beach Visitors Bureau & Gulf World Marine Park

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