Visitors should be prepared for a moderate amount of walking. A one-third mile boardwalk is provided to reach the south side of the island where the snack bar and beach umbrella rental areas are located. There are no trees on the island.
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A cruise to Ship Island is an affordable, family-friendly adventure and one of the most popular outdoor attractions on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Passengers are sure to spot dolphins while crossing the Mississippi Sound on the 1-hour boat ride.
Ship Island is a barrier island located about 12 miles off the coast of Mississippi. It is only accessible by boat and features a historic fort, swimming area, beautiful beaches, two pavilion areas, restrooms, and a concession store.
The Ship Island swim beach is located on the southside of the island and provides access for swimming, wading, fishing, beach-combing and more. There are restrooms, beach showers, water fountains, a pavilion, and concession stand located nearby.
Seashell Treasure HuntSand dollars, moon snails, conch shells, pin shells, periwinkles, whelk and olive shells are just a few of the indigenous seashells found here. And, as long as there are no creatures living in them, there is no limit to how many of these one-of-a-kind souvenirs you can take home with you.
The beach has powder-white sand and the water is clearer than in Biloxi Beach (which we also recommend visiting) and very shallow so swimming is safe for kids. Crabs, jellyfish, stingrays are swimming really close!
Great seafood, music, and casinos are what it's known for—but it's also got a beautiful beach as well. Because the Mississippi Rover empties into the Gulf of Mexico here, the water tends to be more silty and doesn't have the turquoise blue hue that you see further east in the beaches of Florida's Gulf coast.
Ship Island has played an important role in the history and settlement of the Gulf Coast. The island was named in 1699 by French explorers who were impressed with the protected, deep-water anchorage it offered their ships. The island soon became an important port for French Louisiana.
What is the shortest crossing to Block Island? The shortest ferry crossing to Block Island is the high-speed ferry service from Point Judith, Rhode Island.
Fine or surcharge: On many cruise lines, you may be subject to a fine or a surcharge if they catch you sneaking alcohol onto the ship. Confiscation of alcohol: No matter what other disciplinary action the cruise line takes, you can expect them to confiscate your alcohol as soon as they find it.
We have seen alligators on Shell Island in the water holes deep inside the thicket, where no one goes. Alligators are shy unless you disturb their nest.
The cost of the visit to Shell Island on a Water Planet Dolphin Tour is included in our 4-Hour Dolphin Swim Tour. Is Shell Island worth the trip? The Shell Island experience is well worth it. Shell Island is a state nature preserve with a pristine and unique eco-system.