Answer
Jul 07, 2026 - 02:13 PM
Yes, pontoon renters in Panama City Beach are allowed to stop near Shell Island more than once during the same rental, as long as the boat stays within the approved riding area and returns by the scheduled time. From Grand Lagoon, the ride to the St. Andrews Bay side of Shell Island takes 20min to 30min, so on a 4hr pontoon rental, most groups have time for 1 or 2 separate stops, while an 8hr rental gives enough time for several stops for swimming, eating, looking for shells, or moving to a different permitted anchoring area.
