Most Clearwater Parks, Dog Parks Remain Open

CLEARWATER, FL — Many of the parks and dog parks in the City of Clearwater remain open as of now under Pinellas County's Safer-at-Home order now in effect.

The only city park currently not open is Moccasin Lake Nature Park, which is closed until April 10.

The city encourages residents, and their pets, to engage in outdoor activities while following social distancing guidelines, remaining at least 6 feet apart and in groups of 10 people or less.

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Facilities at city parks have been limited to help stop the spread of coronavirus. The city has closed all playgrounds, recreation center buildings, picnic shelters and the McMullen Tennis Complex.

To help discourage social gatherings at parks, the city has also shut down lights at outdoor basketball courts. Pickleball courts and other type of courts will remain open only if visitors continue to follow social distancing guidelines. If the guidelines are not being followed, the city will be forced to close more parks, courts (especially basketball courts) and other public areas.

See related story: Pinellas Issues 'Safer-At-Home' Order During Coronavirus Crisis