The Pinellas Trail
A 45-mile Path Through Paradise
The famous and well-traveled Pinellas Trail, whose main section stretches for 45 miles along the pristine Gulf Coast off of Pinellas County, has long been the pride and recreational focal point for residents of the Tampa Bay Area of Florida.
A History of Change
The trail's history began in the 1980s when the Atlantic Coast Line and Seaboard Air Line railroads abandoned their railroad tracks in Pinellas County. Subsequently, residents voted to turn the segments into a public trail to improve road safety. Today, the Pinellas Trail spans most of the western and southern parts of the county and—by 2025—visitors are expected to be able to complete a 75-mile loop around the entire county. According to the county government, as many as 160,000 people enjoy the Pinellas Trail each month, whether for biking, jogging, or walking.
The Pinellas Trail receives over 160,000 visitors every month.
Across Keys and Cities
The Pinellas Trail traverses many populous and notable cities as well as scenic areas. Scroll through the following pages to take a virtual trip to some of these destinations!
Tarpon Springs
A charming town known for its sponge docks and vibrant Greek-American culture.
Honeymoon Island State Park
A popular state park located on a wild island off the coast offering water and beach activities.
Clearwater
The county seat of Pinellas County, this waterfront city has famously white beaches and warm waters.
Florida Botanical Gardens
A garden that showcases a variety of local and exotic flora and fauna on 183 acres. What's more, it's free!
St. Petersburg
Known simply as St. Pete, this beach city boasts the Dali Museum and—along with Tampa— anchors the Tampa Bay Area.
Explore Pinellas County for Yourself
Scroll the map below to zoom in on different parts of Pinellas County.
View the map legend and layers by clicking on the icons on the top right.
Click on the widgets on the bottom left to interact with the map more:
- Measure areas and distances across Pinellas County.
- Filter the parks and trails by amenities and length, respectively.
- Calculate a statistical summary of the Pinellas Trail.
- Click on any map element and a pop-up will reveal further details.
Pinellas County Parks & Rec (Web App)
Learn More About the Trail
Discovering Pinellas: Pinellas Trail
Through its unique history and high popularity, the Pinellas Trail has demonstrated the county's dedication to investing in its community, protecting the environment, and encouraging exercise and recreation.
Next time you find yourself in the area, be sure to pay a visit to the Pinellas Trail!
