Fishing is absolutely on fire right now. Schools of pilchards are abundant throughout the bays, and this is the best time of year to do some live chumming for a variety of fish. Even if you decide to fish artificials, locating these schools of bait and fishing in or around them will yield good bites…
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Looking to take home something truly special from Panama City Beach? Our Shop the Shore Boutique Trail combines an interactive passport adventure with the opportunity to explore locally owned boutiques throughout the beach. Visit three or more shops, collect passport stickers at each, and redeem a…
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Summer is one of my favorite seasons to fish, thanks to the diversity of species available. During the warm summer months, the waters surrounding Panama City Beach are home to a wide range of predator fish both inshore and nearshore along the beaches. Inshore on the flats, ample numbers of trout and…
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Panama City Beach has become a sought-after spot for families seeking memorable summer vacations, thanks to its breathtaking beaches, exhilarating water activities, and an exciting array of summer events. See below for all the things to do in Panama City Beach for families. Explore PCB Beaches &…
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Grab your beach bag and your favorite red, white, and blue — it’s time to celebrate Independence Day 2025 in Panama City Beach. Visitors of all ages are invited to enjoy the extended holiday weekend with festive events, sugar-white sand, and the turquoise waters of the Gulf. This year, Panama City…
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Visit Panama City Beach is proud to continue the expansion of its “Fun. For. All.” accessible travel initiative with exciting new developments — including the debut of Bay County’s first fully accessible beach boardwalk at Beach Access Point 22 on Surf Drive. As part of its commitment to creating a…
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When you live on the coast, there’s an endless array of beautiful seafood at your fingertips, and best-loved examples of the gilled glories of the Gulf include the grouper that swim offshore. One bite of these flaky, tender fish and you’ll be hooked, and the restaurants on Panama City Beach showcase…
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The water throughout the bays is about as clear as you will see for this time of the year making for a variety of exciting bites. Fast paced action can be found inshore, nearshore along the beaches, and in the gulf. On shallow grass flats there are good numbers of speckled trout being caught. Most…
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National Safe Boating Week is May 17–23, 2025, and we want to remind both residents and visitors to stay safe while enjoying the beautiful turquoise waters of Panama City Beach. The U.S. Coast Guard encourages everyone to follow these important safety tips when heading out on the water: Always…
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As Memorial Day and the summer season draw near, it's the perfect time to soak up the sun, sand, and endless things to do in Panama City Beach. With an impressive lineup of summer events, including music festivals and beach parties, there's something for every beachgoer to enjoy. Gulf Coast Jam May…
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