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 February 7, 2026 County opens improved Raymond H. Neri Park in Lealman
- News February 5, 2026 Pinellas County University begins new sessions March 4
- News January 29, 2026 New reservation system coming for County Parks
- News January 9, 2026 County icon Fred E. Marquis passes away peacefully
- News December 12, 2025 Heritage Village launches “The Power of Place”
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.
John S. Taylor Park
John S. Taylor Park is 156.5 acres that connects to the Pinellas Trail and is tucked next to a 53-acre freshwater lake......
Sawgrass Lake Park
Sawgrass Lake Park is 400 acres in the Lealman community of unincorporated Pinellas County and is the result of a unique cooperative......
Sand Key Park
Sand Key Park is 95 acres with two distinct areas of beach and park in Clearwater. This park has a white sandy......
Ridgecrest Park
Ridgecrest Park sits by a 5-acre freshwater lake and is 23 acres nestled in the Ridgecrest neighborhood of Largo. This park provides......
Florida Botanical Gardens
Learn How Florida Grows Visitors to the Florida Botanical Gardens can relish the natural wonder of Florida while enjoying a walk through......
Heritage Village
Heritage Village is your home for Pinellas County history. Our mission is to inspire exploration of Pinellas County’s story by designing unique......
Pinewood Cultural Park
Pinewood Cultural Park is home to Heritage Village, the Florida Botanical Gardens, the Pinellas County Extension, the Parks and Conservation Resources administrative......
Lake Seminole Park
Lake Seminole Park is 258 acres of designated wildlife habitat and sanctuary located in Seminole. The park is home to raccoons, alligators,......
Fred Howard Park
Fred Howard Park is 155 acres of park and beach located off the Gulf of America in Tarpon Springs. There is a......
St. Pete-Clearwater Airport
St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is a commercial service airport with non-stop air service to 65 destinations and is a quick drive to......