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.
Managed Areas
Parks & Conservation Resources manages the County’s environmentally sensitive lands using resource management practices that promote the quality of native ecosystems. Management......
Park Rules
Pinellas County Code of Ordinances, Chapter 90 Please help us keep Pinellas County parks safe, clean and fun for all to enjoy. Most......
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......
Belle Harbor Marina
Belle Harbor Marina307 Anclote RoadTarpon Springs, FL 34689Phone: (727) 943-8489 This 3-acre marina, on the north side of the Anclote River near......