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.
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. ...
Pinellas Trail North Gap Project Map
This map of the existing Pinellas Trail identifies both the North Gaps and the South Gaps. ...