Parks & Preserves

The Parks and Conservation Resources department maintains more than 20,000 acres of parks and preserves. Picnic shelters, camping, playgrounds, boat ramps and trails are among the many amenities enjoyed by our residents and visitors.

• Beaches & Beach Access

• County Dog Parks
• FAQ
• Fort De Soto Park Brochure & Map
• Greenways Parks / Trail Locations
• Hours
• Marina/Boat Ramps/Permits
• Managed Areas
• Parks Brochure
• Park Rules
• Park Calendar
• Pinellas Trail Guide
• Special Event Permit - Fee Structure - Vendor List
• Volunteer in Parks and Preserves

Botanical & Historic Parks:

• Florida Botanical Gardens
• Heritage Village-Historical

Parks & Preserves News:

• Learn more about the our parks by looking

  for the audio symbol and explore our new audio files.

• Laurel wilt at Chesnut Park

• Boat Ramp & Beach Parking Permit

• Conservation: No Mow Zones - watch video - Learn why some areas of our parks are not mowed. For questions or to report county-owned lands that need attention, call the hot line at (727) 582-MOWS (6697) and leave a message or send an email.
• Parks Green Initiatives
• Beach Nourishment
• Filming Permit

Wildlife:

• Florida Species Field Guide - sample of what could be found in our parks.

For more information or questions:

• Contact Parks & Conservation Resources