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Shell Point Beach

Beach · Crawfordville, Florida

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Editor's Notes
A Wakulla County beach on the northern edge of Apalachee Bay, about 30 miles south of Tallahassee. Over shell-strewn sand the water is still only knee-high 100 feet from shore, and the bay draws windsurfers and sailboarders.

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Weather at Shell Point Beach

H: 91° L: 73°
Sunny
Sunny
87°
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Feels like 99°
Precipitation
30%
Humidity
70%
Wind
10 mph
UV Index
1.2
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Patchy rain nearby
75°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
74°
6 AM
Mist
74°
9 AM
Sunny
78°
12 PM
Sunny
89°
3 PM
Sunny
91°
6 PM
Sunny
87°
9 PM
Overcast
81°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Shell Point Beach?
Shell Point Beach is a beach in Crawfordville, Florida.
Can you swim at Shell Point Beach?
There is no fixed answer for Shell Point Beach: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Shell Point Beach in Crawfordville, Florida. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Shell Point Beach rated?
Shell Point Beach in Crawfordville, Florida has an average visitor rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 1107 reviews.

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Very warm - visit early morning or evening
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  • Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
  • Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
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Location & Contact

117 Beaty Taff Dr, Crawfordville, FL 32327

Crawfordville, Florida 32327

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