Parks, Recreation, Culture & Travel
Pinellas County is home to more than 20,000 acres of parks and preserves and hosts countless arts and cultural opportunities. Take a walk or bike ride on the Pinellas Trail to see murals and other points of interest. Visit arts festivals, hike in the wilderness or enjoy the beach. The opportunities are endless!
County Parks & Preserves
Whether on the beach, at a lake, or in the wilderness, enjoy some time with nature at a County park. Visit our Parks and Preserves page for a listing, map, and amenities finder for all County parks.
Learn MoreNews
- News December 12, 2025 Heritage Village launches “The Power of Place”
- News November 4, 2025 Heritage Village brings history to life at annual Artisan Festival
- News September 29, 2025 Wildflower test plots to support native pollinators
- News September 12, 2025 Pinellas County begins beach nourishment project
- News July 19, 2025 Hartley House Historical Marker unveiled in Palm Harbor
Programs
View All ProgramsBaskets for Beaches
The Baskets for Beaches program enables you to make a difference by collecting trash as you walk the beach. Grab a basket…
Adopt-A-Park
The Adopt-A-Park program is great for businesses or civic groups looking to give back to their community. Pinellas County Parks & Conservation…
Pinellas Trail Adopt-A-Mile Program
Brochure outlining the Pinellas Trail Adopt-A-Mile Program, a cooperative partnership between the public/private sector and Pinellas County.
Heritage Village launches “The Power of Place”
Heritage Village Museum & Park is inviting Pinellas County residents to share stories about the local places, people, and events that shaped......
Heritage Village brings history to life at annual Artisan Festival
The free event features artisans forging, weaving and crafting history before your eyes Come to Pinellas County’s Heritage Village at 11909 125th......
Wildflower test plots to support native pollinators
We have introduced Wildflower Test Plots in select county parks to encourage the growth of native wildflowers and provide habitat for pollinators. These unmowed......
Fort De Soto Park Repairs and Improvements
Project Overview In Fall 2024, Fort De Soto Park suffered significant damage from Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. The damage included extensive......
Pinellas County begins beach nourishment project
Sand placement is underway on Sand Key. The nourishment will proceed south along the beach. The tentative construction schedule and map for......
Apply for a Passport
Passport applications and renewals are handled by the Pinellas County Clerk of the Circuit Court. ...
Hartley House Historical Marker unveiled in Palm Harbor
Pinellas County Historic Preservation Board and the Palm Harbor Historical Society dedicated a Florida Historical Marker in Palm Harbor on Saturday as......
Eagle Lake Park Rehabilitation
Project Overview Pinellas County Parks and Conservation Resources and Public Works have a project to rehabilitate the existing fishing piers and boardwalk......
Weedon Island welcomes Lighthouse of Pinellas for Immersive Nature Day
Visually impaired youth will connect with natural and cultural wonders Lighthouse of Pinellas, in collaboration with Friends of Weedon Island and Florida......
Madeira Beach Access Parking Area
Project Overview Pinellas County continues working to restore County amenities damaged during the 2024 hurricane season. Wave action from the storm surge......