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 July 2, 2024 Pinellas County seeks input on community flooding
- News May 22, 2024 Beach nourishment to begin June 3 at Pass-a-Grille
- News May 21, 2024 County holds groundbreaking ceremony for Raymond H. Neri Community Park improvements
- News April 17, 2024 Brooker Creek Preserve to host Earth Day birthday bash
- News November 15, 2023 Pinellas County seeks input on Seminole area recreation facilities by Dec. 12
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.
Philippe Park
Philippe Park is 92 rich-in-history acres. This is the oldest park in Pinellas County and is located in Safety Harbor. The majestic shade trees......
A.L. Anderson Park
A.L. Anderson Park is 135 acres nestled off U.S. 19 in Tarpon Springs. This park provides wooded areas for exploring, cypress trees......
Master Gardeners receive UF/IFAS Extension Award of Excellence
UF/IFAS Extension awarded Pinellas County Master Gardeners the 2021 Award of Excellence for Beautification and Enhancement in recognition of their volunteer garden......
Fort De Soto Park
Fort De Soto park offers a wealth of bird life, sea life, wildlife and plant life across five interconnected islands. Swim, fish, visit the dog park or the museum. There's plenty to do!...
Parking Permit Application
Copy of application for beach and/or boat ramp parking permit. ...
Apply for a Primitive Youth Camping Permit
This permit application should be in the possession of the person in charge of the group on the day of occupancy. It......
Apply for an Alcohol Temporary Waiver
Submit this application to waive the prohibition of alcoholic beverages or possession of open containers at an event....
Apply for a Fireworks Display Permit
Submit this application for a permit to have a fireworks display operation with the fire district at least 30 days before the......
Parks and Conservation Resources Advisory Board Agenda for 12/8/21
Agenda for the Dec. 8, 2021, meeting of the Parks and Conservation Resources Advisory Board. ...
St. Joseph Sound and Clearwater Harbor Area History 1880-present
Presentation of the history of St. Joseph Sound and the Clearwater Harbor area from 1880 to present....