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 29, 2026 Pinellas County Government offices to be closed in observance of Independence Day
- News June 27, 2026 Youth civic event brings next-gen perspectives to Heritage Village
- News June 15, 2026 Most Pinellas County offices closed Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth
- 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
Events
View All EventsParks 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.
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....
Questions and Concerns Response Letter to WHA and H for H
Response letter written to the Walsingham Horseman’s Association (WHA) and Kiwanis Horses for Handicapped of Pinellas (H for H) addressing their feedback on the Stormwater Management Feasibility Study....
WHA and H for H Letter
Letter to the Walsingham Horseman's Association (WHA) and Kiwanis Horses for Handicapped Foundation of Pinellas (H for H), providing an update on the stormwater management project and requesting feedback. ...
Pinellas Trail Loop North Segment Project and Area Map Meeting Notice
Details of a 2018 meeting to discuss closing the North Gap in the Pinellas Trail, creating a 75-mile continuous loop....
Pinellas Trail Loop North Gap Zone Limits Map
Map of the North gap of the Pinellas Trail Loop, including Zones A, B, C and the undecided alignment area. ...