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 August 5, 2024 Update #5: Remaining Pinellas parks to reopen Tuesday
- News August 5, 2024 Update #4: Post-storm safety tips
- News August 4, 2024 Update #3: County offices open Monday; parks to reopen at 10 a.m.
- News August 3, 2024 Pinellas Update #2: All Pinellas parks and preserves to close Sunday
- News July 2, 2024 Pinellas County seeks input on community flooding
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.
Pinellas County Beaches and Beach Access
Pinellas County maintains three regional beach parks along the Gulf Coast. These parks offer a list of amenities that include picnicking facilities,......
Camping Information
The Parks & Conservation Resources administrative office is at 12520 Ulmerton Road in Largo. Fort De Soto campsite reservations and all park......
Dog Parks
Owners are required to supervise and clean up after their dogs. All dogs must be on a leash when outside the dog......
Special Events & Facilities Use Guide
Several Pinellas County department, and even state or local municipal departments, can be involved in a special event. Our Special Events & Facilities......
Fast Facts About Pinellas County
Did you know these facts about Pinellas County, Florida? Key Statistics from Florida Office of Economic & Demographic Research Demographics The Name......
Public Works: Asset Profile
Information on the resources and assets that Public Works manages for Pinellas County residents....
Blueways Paddling Guide
In Pinellas County, paddlers have a variety of opportunities to discover the beauties of our diverse shoreline and rich marine and estuarine......
Yat Kitischee
The Archaeology of a Prehistoric Coastal Hamlet This project was conducted by Janus Research for the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners.......
Pinellas Trail History
The Fred Marquis Trail began as a vision in 1983. Bert Valery, whose son was killed while riding his bike, worked with......
Artificial Reef Program
An artificial reef is a human-made, underwater structure built to encourage marine life. In 1975, Pinellas County Solid Waste began creating artificial......