Beach and Water Activities
Pinellas County is home to some of the best beaches in the country, and we strive to provide high-quality areas and amenities our residents and visitors can enjoy.
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Parks & Conservation Resources Department
The Parks & Conservation Resources Department maintains more than 20,000 acres of parks and preserves. Picnic shelters, camping, playgrounds, boat ramps and trails are among the many amenities enjoyed by our residents and visitors. Our mission is to maintain and protect the inherent value of natural, cultural and recreational resources through access, education, and stewardship that enhances quality of life for our community and future generations.
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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 County opens new, improved Bay Pier at Fort De Soto Park
Pinellas County Parks & Conservation Resources officially reopened Bay Pier at Fort De Soto Park with a ribbon cutting Thursday following completion......
Emergency Beach Erosion Control Project
Project Overview Pinellas County conducted an emergency shoreline restoration project to mitigate critical erosion caused by Hurricane Idalia. The project consisted of......
Parks & Conservation Resources adds another popular mobile parking app to payment options at parks, beaches, boat ramps
Pinellas County Parks & Conservation Resources is adding the ParkMobile mobile parking app for parking payments beginning on Monday, June 26 at......
Mobile Parking Apps
Problems with a Pay station? Parking fees can be paid using one of our convenient parking apps....
Boat Ramp Parking
Fees for Annual Boat Ramp Parking Passes Pay boat ramp parking fees daily at a pay station or buy a 12-month permit.......
Annual Parking Permits
Updated April 23, 2026 Annual Beach Parking Pass Annual beach parking passes are valid at Fort De Soto Park, Sand Key Park, and Fred Howard......
Pay Station Location
You can pay boat ramp and beach parking fees daily at a pay station or buy a permit for six or 12......
Special Event – Authorized Vendor List
The vendors listed below have provided proof that they meet Pinellas County insurance requirements to offer specific services at Special Events held......
Solid Waste creates new Google map of Pinellas County artificial reefs
An artificial reef is a human-made, underwater structure built to encourage marine life. In 1975, the Pinellas County Department of Solid Waste......