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 January 9, 2026 County icon Fred E. Marquis passes away peacefully
- News December 12, 2025 Heritage Village launches “The Power of Place”
- News November 4, 2025 Heritage Village brings history to life at annual Artisan Festival
- News September 29, 2025 Wildflower test plots to support native pollinators
- News September 12, 2025 Pinellas County begins beach nourishment project
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 De Soto Room. Note: Meeting location may…
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.
Pay for an Annual Parking Pass
Getting access to Pinellas County parks is easy by purchasing and paying for annual parking passes online. Follow the link below, then......
Reserve a Campsite or Picnic Shelter
Camping in Pinellas County is available at Fort De Soto and Shell Key campgrounds, and anyone can reserve picnic shelters at several......
Shorebirds
Florida is home to many shorebirds and sea birds. Some of the common birds that nest in Pinellas County are black skimmers,......
Request to Film in Pinellas County Parks
To keep our parks open, safe and comfortable for all users, we require that anyone wanting to film in a park first......
Filming in Pinellas County Parks
Film Permits When A Film Permit Is Required You are required to apply for a film permit or filming notice if you......
Tocobaga Temple Mound
The Temple Mound–at Philippe Park in Safety Harbor–was built by Native Americans known as the Tocobaga. It is the largest remaining mound......
Barrier-Free Nature Trail at Fort De Soto Park
Fort De Soto Park is home to a Barrier-Free Nature Trail that welcomes all to come enjoy nature and the outdoors regardless......
Parks and Conservation Resources Advisory Board Agenda for 7/15/21
Agenda for the July 15, 2021, meeting of the Parks and Conservation Resources Advisory Board. ...
Pinellas Trail North Gap – Lake Tarpon Outfall Canal Bridge
Trail Opening Project Description The project generally consisted of a paved 12-foot-wide surface with 2-foot-wide unpaved shoulders on both sides. However, in......
UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas debuts Naturally Florida podcast
UF/IFAS Extension Pinellas and Polk County have premiered a podcast for those interested in learning about Florida’s ecosystems, wildlife, water resources, plants and more....