Parks And Recreation

The famous Philippe Park was the first park to open in Pinellas County. In addition to its historic Tocobaga Indian Mound as well as the grave of Odet Philippe, the area’s first permanent white settler, this 122-acre county park is host to residents from throughout North Pinellas County. It offers a boat ramp, softball field, walking paths, covered picnic areas, restrooms and playgrounds as well as a spectacular view of the untouched waterfront of the west side of Tampa Bay.

The John Wilson Gazebo/Park is located on Main Street. Its now-famous gazebo, donated by former Mayor John Wilson, is the site for many special events, including the monthly 3rd Friday Music Series and Pre-School Activities programs as well as Movies in the Park and many concerts and special art display events. It also is the location of the Farmer’s Market on Thursdays from October 15 through May.

The North and South Safety Harbor City Parks offer numerous softball fields, picnic areas, a playground, tennis courts, a football field and basketball courts. Like most of the community’s parks, these parks have become the site for many instructional and recreational programs for residents of all ages.

Marina Park, Veteran’s Memorial Lane offers a boat launch, picnic area, dock slips, a dramatic fountain and drinking fountains for adults, kids and dogs as well as a tribute to fallen heroes from Safety Harbor.

Baranoff Park at 2nd Avenue and Main Street is home to the largest live oak tree in Pinellas County that twists up and out in a jumble of elegans symmetry. It is 20 feet in circumference and centuries old.

Ian Tilmann Skate Park is available for skateboarders who provide a signed waiver and a pledge to wear a helmet when skating. The Ian Tilmann Foundation was founded in 2005 in memory of a young skateboarder who died from a brain injury suffered in a skateboarding accident. The Foundations provides free helmets for those who pledge to wear a helmet when skating.

Marshall Street Park and Daisy Douglas Park both offer Park Shelters for group gatherings, as do most of the other parks.
If you are looking for a perfect location to hold your next family gathering, child’s birthday or wedding reception, the City of Safety Harbor offers ideal park shelters and adjacent restroom facilities to meet your need. For more information on park rentals contact the Rigsby Recreation Center at 727-724-1545. 

In addition, the Parks and Recreation program offers a variety of educational and entertainment opportunities in other city facilities, including the Rigsby Recreational Center and the Community Center among others.

There even is a park especially dedicated to dogs in Safety Harbor! Actually a part of City Park South, the Dog Park offers the services of a Dog Obedience trainer. Dogs on leashes are welcome at most of the city’s outdoor events, providing owners are responsible for their pets’ behavior.

Sand Key Park, a barrier island located at the southern tip of Clearwater Beach, is home to Sand Key Park. This Gulf-front park offers a beautiful beach for swimming, a boardwalk and nature trails, two picnic shelters, a playground, restrooms and a dog park. Many shorebirds can be seen here in the salt marsh.

BMX track, baseball and softball fields, dog area, football field, playground, racquetball courts, restrooms, shelters, soccer field

Basketball court, playground, shelter

Baseball and softball fields, basketball court, dog park, playground, restrooms, shelters, tennis courts, trails

Scenic water view, fishing pier, open air amphitheatre, dog area, picnic shelters, restrooms, playgrounds, trails

Shuffleboard, tennis courts, trails, basketball court, dog area, fitness equipment, picnic shelters

Canoe launch, fishing dock, playground, shelters, restrooms, dog park, trails

Canoe launch, dog area, fitness equipment, shelters, trails, restrooms

Bocce Ball court, gazebo, gardens, shelters, fitness equipment, restrooms, trails

Honeymoon Island State Park and Caladesi Island State Park
West end of Dunedin Causeway, State Road 586
(727) 469-5942  Honeymoon office (727) 469-5918 Caladesi office

The pioneers called it Hog Island, but it became Honeymoon Isle in 1939 when a New York developer built 50 palm-thatched bungalows for honeymooners. Today, visitors come to Honeymoon Island for its white, sandy beaches and natural beauty.  Nature lovers will find osprey nests, a wide variety of shorebirds, and one of the few remaining virgin slash pine forests in South Florida. The park boasts several nature trails and bird observation areas. Visitors can swim, fish, kayak, and snorkel in the warm waters of the Gulf or picnic while they enjoy the beautiful scenery.

 Start your visit by stopping at the Nature Center where you can learn all about the history of the island, native habitat, birds and critters that inhabit the park. An indoor children’s activity room is open from 9 to 5 and an elevated observation deck offers a spectacular view of the surrounding area. Check the schedule for ranger-led hikes and talks. Amenities include picnic areas with grills at the north end of the island, two pavilions, restrooms,  a playground,  park´s concession with gift shop and snack bar.

As one of the few completely natural islands along Florida´s Gulf Coast, Caladesi Island´s white sand beaches were rated America's Best Beach in 2008.   The park is accessible by boat or ferry. Ferry service is provided by the Caladesi Island Ferry (727) 734-1501 and departs from Honeymoon Island State Park.

This is the place to come for a “getaway” day where your main pursuits are sunbathing, walking a three mile nature trail through the island´s interior or paddling a three mile kayak trail through the mangroves and bay. Picnic tables and shelters are located near the beach, and picnic pavilions can be reserved for a fee. The park has a marina with electric and water hookups, as well as a snack bar and gift shop.

Highlander Park 
1920 Pinehurst Road (at the corner of Michigan Blvd)
This 70-acre park is Dunedin’s largest park and the site of major festivals such as the Highland Games and Art Harvest.  The Dunedin Community Center and  Fine Arts Center are here, as well as a pool,  nature center, picnic shelters, tennis courts, sand volleyball, softball and little league fields and  three playgrounds.

Amberlea Park
1680 Amberlea Drive N.
Amberlea Park is a 5-acre park featuring a tree-shaded picnic area and playground.

1405 Curlew Road
Only 2 acres and a mile east of the Dunedin Causeway, this pretty wooded park has a natural spring and a foot trail along the creek, and a picnic area with shelter.

604 Buena Vista Drive N.
This pleasant park on Cedar Creek is just west of Hammock Park and adjacent to the Pinellas Trail. It is accessible with paved trails, three picnic shelters, a floating canoe dock and boardwalk. In addition, a nine-hole disc golf course is open to the public.

1040 Virginia Street
This park behind the Fire Administration building offers three tennis courts, a jogging path and picnic shelter with grills.

51 Main Street
Edgewater Park is a 4-acre waterfront park located at Dunedin Marina. The park is well shaded and features a playground, picnic tables, rest room facilities and a gazebo that may be reserved for weddings and other functions. Edgewater Linear Park is a scenic winding sidewalk trail that stretches from downtown to the north with beautiful views of St. Joseph's Sound and the intracoastal waterway, as well as Clearwater Harbor.

1900 San Mateo Drive
Dunediners love “The Hammock,” 90 acres of wooded forest and hiking trails inhabited by various forms of wildlife and plant life. There are five miles of nature trails, three picnic shelters, an observation platform, restrooms and a playground area. The park is located along the Pinellas Trail, making it a nice side trip. Birders especially love Hammock Park, which is listed in the "Great Florida Birding Trail Book."

2750 Bayshore Boulevard
Dunedin’s newest city part officially opened in March of 2011 along a beautiful stretch of Bayshore and skirting the Pinellas Trail just north of downtown. The southern section of the park is open featuring a new pier and parking lot. Future projects at Weaver Park will include bathroom facilities, shelters, kayak launch and parking on the