Immediate Release
May 23, 2025

Media Contact
John Carkeet, Public Information Coordinator

(321) 514-8462

jcarkeet@pinellas.gov

 

Pinellas: 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 closed or have limited access due to damage from last year’s hurricanes. The County is working with its contractors to complete repairs as soon as possible.

• Anderson Park: The lakeside boardwalk is closed.
• County Boat Ramps: Boat launch access is limited at Fort De Soto and War Veterans’ Memorial parks. At Fort De Soto, only one floating dock is available, and at War Veterans’ Memorial Park, no floating docks are available. New docks are expected to be installed by the end of the year. Boaters should exercise caution when using the ramps.
• Fort De Soto Park: The East Loop and portions of the seawall near the historic fort are closed. The park lost 250 picnic tables from storm surge, and the County has ordered replacements. Currently, shelters 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9 and 10 do not have picnic tables, while shelters 2, 5, 8 and 11-15 have new tables. All 15 shelter structures are sound, and all damaged grills have been repaired. Park patrons are welcome to bring their own chairs and tables to all shelters. 
• Fred Howard Park: The restrooms along the beach area are closed, while the ones near the picnic shelters remain open.
• Lake Seminole Park:  Shelter 3 remains closed.
• Madeira Beach Access: The parking lot and access area is closed for major repairs.

All other County parks, preserves, trails and beaches continue to welcome the public daily from 7 a.m. to sunset.