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 June 3, 2026 Signature youth event connects future with past at Heritage Village
- News May 12, 2026 Positions available on Parks and Conservation Resources Advisory Board
- News April 17, 2026 Pinellas County and Palm Harbor break ground on new recreation center
- News March 31, 2026 County celebrates opening of new Dansville Park in unincorporated Ridgecrest
- News March 28, 2026 Heritage Village landmarks receive official historic designation during 50th anniversary celebration
Events
View All EventsCivic Season Youth 250 Event at Heritage Village
Celebrate Civic Season with A Slice of History—a relaxed and inspiring gathering designed especially for young adults who want to connect, learn, and reflect on…
Parks and Conservation Resources Advisory Board
Meeting begins at 9:30am at PCR Administration, 12520 Ulmerton Rd, Largo, FL 33774 in the Gardenia Room. Note: Meeting location may change…
Parks and Conservation Resources Advisory Board
Meeting begins at 9:30am at PCR Administration, 12520 Ulmerton Rd, Largo, FL 33774 in the Gardenia Room. Note: Meeting location may change…
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.
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......
John Chesnut Sr. Park
John Chesnut Sr. Park is 255 acres of multiple nature trails that sits adjacent to Lake Tarpon in Palm Harbor. Lake Tarpon......
Boca Ciega Millennium Park
Boca Ciega Millennium Park is 186 acres in Seminole and is accessible to the Pinellas Trail. This park provides an observation tower......
Eagle Lake Park
Eagle Lake Park is 162 acres set in the heart of Largo. This park provides a wetlands section that has been restored......
War Veterans’ Memorial Park
War Veterans’ Memorial Park is 112 acres in St. Petersburg. The focal point of this park is a landscaped Memorial Center featuring......
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. ...