Parks and Preserves
Pinellas County is home to over 20,000 acres of parks and preserves where residents and visitors can picnic, camp, hike, boat and more.
County Parks & Preserves
Looking for a park with a beach? A dog park? A boat ramp? Use the interactive map on our County Parks page to locate a park with the amenities you want.
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Dansville Park
The Dansville Park is located in the Greater Ridgecrest Area and is approximately 12 acres. This park includes the rehabilitated Dansville retention pond (Mill Pond), a multi-use path, sidewalks, benches, a picnic shelter, restrooms, a parking lot, and open green space.
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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…
Information & Resources
Parks & Preserves Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about Pinellas County Parks and Preserves, including information about pets, events and specific park information.
Park Amenities
Parks & Conservation Resources maintains 20,000 acres of parks that include the county’s most beautiful examples of pristine Florida landscapes. Located throughout…
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…
Managed Areas
Parks & Conservation Resources manages the County’s environmentally sensitive lands using resource management practices that promote the quality of native ecosystems. Management…
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.
Wildflower test plots to support native pollinators
We have introduced Wildflower Test Plots in select county parks to encourage the growth of native wildflowers and provide habitat for pollinators. These unmowed......
Fort De Soto Park Repairs and Improvements
Project Overview In Fall 2024, Fort De Soto Park suffered significant damage from Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. The damage included extensive......
Eagle Lake Park Rehabilitation
Project Overview Pinellas County Parks and Conservation Resources and Public Works have a project to rehabilitate the existing fishing piers and boardwalk......
Weedon Island welcomes Lighthouse of Pinellas for Immersive Nature Day
Visually impaired youth will connect with natural and cultural wonders Lighthouse of Pinellas, in collaboration with Friends of Weedon Island and Florida......
Some Parks amenities remain unavailable due to storm damage
Entering Memorial Day weekend, Pinellas County Parks & Conservation Resources wants to remind residents and visitors that some park amenities are temporarily......
County completes purchase of West Klosterman Preserve
Joint effort protects a 14-acre environmental sanctuary Pinellas County has finalized the acquisition of the 14-acre West Klosterman Preserve near Tarpon Springs,......
Weedon Island Boardwalk and Pier Rehabilitation
Project Overview Pinellas County rehabilitated the existing fishing pier and Education Center boardwalk within Weedon Island Preserve as part of the countywide......
Fort De Soto Park fort, dog beach, fishing piers reopen
After extensive repairs and cleanup following Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the historic fort, dog beach and both fishing piers at Fort De......
Florida Botanical Gardens to host annual Holiday Lights in the Gardens
Display is recognized by USA Today as one of America’s best botanical holiday light displays The Florida Botanical Gardens will transform into......
County holds groundbreaking for Dansville Community Park
12-acre park will offer new amenity in the Greater Ridgecrest area Pinellas County officials and community leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony Friday......