Outdoor Cooking in Clearwater, FL (2026)
1 verified outdoor cooking rules for Clearwater, Florida, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.
Verified from official government sources
BBQ & Propane Rules
Clearwater bans open fires, grills, or any cooking or heating device on public beaches and the Courtney Campbell Recreation Area under § 22.33(7), with no permit exception. Grilling is legal only inland, at designated city park picnic areas using the site's approved cooking equipment.
Clearwater Ban on Beach Fires and Grills
Heavy RestrictionsClearwater City Code § 22.33(7)
(7)Open fires, grills, or other cooking or heating devices are not permitted on any public beach or the Courtney Campbell Recreation Area.
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