SHELL KEY PRESERVE GUIDE
About Shell Key Preserve
Shell Key Preserve is a protected, undeveloped barrier island located near St. Pete Beach, Florida. The preserve exists to safeguard sensitive coastal habitats, support wildlife, and provide visitors with an opportunity to experience Florida’s natural shoreline in a quiet, responsible way.
A Note on Links
Some pages link to Island Ferry's guided tours, and we note the connection wherever those links appear. We also list other ways to reach the island, including the ferry and paddling or boating on your own.
About Island Ferry of St Pete
Island Ferry has run small-group boat and kayak tours from the St. Pete Beach area since 2013, and our family has been in St Pete since 1990. Our owners and staff regularly support local wildlife organizations. Learn more at islandferry.biz.
Sources
Rules, hours, and access information come from Pinellas County Parks and Conservation Resources. Sea turtle information draws on Sea Turtle Trackers, and divers-down flag guidance comes from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Other research is sourced from but not limited to Pinellas County Archives, and Google Earth aerials.