How do I get to sand dollar Spit?
How do I get to sand dollar Spit? Sand Dollar Spit Head south when you get to the end of the boardwalk until you reach the end of the lagoon and make a turn west towards the gulf, then to the north. It's a bit of a trek to walk to the spit, but it's definitely worth it.
What is the rarest shell in Florida?
Junonia is one of the rarest shells to find. It's highly coveted among beachcombers. Because Junonia snails live on the ocean floor, their shells aren't likely to wash up on the beach. Once a Junonia dies, its shell is more likely to stay buried than to travel the 60 to 150 feet to the sand.
What is the best time of year to go shelling on Marco Island?
The best time to go shelling on Marco Island Low tide is usually the best since that's when all the shells are uncovered after being washed up. You can find a Marco Island tide table here. I think the shelling is good year round, but the weather was great in the winter. It wasn't too humid but it was still hot.