Presented by Brentwood Parks and Recreation
St. Louis is a treasure trove of parks and playgrounds! There are an endless array of options for children of all ages to enjoy! Duck feeding, inclusive playgrounds, walking trails, water features, and more… this guide has it all! Not to mention, we’ve got pro tips from local moms themselves who know these parks well. We hope this helps you get out and explore St. Louis!
Suson Park
Suson Park is fun all year round!! Enjoy this free, darling working farm in South County! Say hello to chickens, goats, cows, horses and more!! Bring quarters and you can feed the animals. The farm is open 10:30 am – 3 pm from October through March and 10:30 am – 5 pm from April – September.
You’ll also find a stocked lake for fishing, so bring those fishing poles!
Restrooms should be open and available year round. Don’t miss the nearby playground as well!
Watson Trail Park
Grab some oats and head to Watson Trail Park to feed ducks and play on the nature playground! The lower playground and pond are located down the hill from the upper playground. Go right on the path and down the hill. You’ll find the cutest pond tucked down at the bottom with hungry ducks just waiting to be fed. Bring some oats along (they are easier on ducks stomachs) and watch them scoop the oats right up!
Biggest bonus: zipline and water bottle filling stations
Pro Tip: use the bathroom in the upper parking lot before heading down! There is no bathroom at the lower playground.
Rayburn Park
If you’ve got a little (or big!) thrill seeker at home, check out Rayburn Park in Crestwood!
This small playground packs a big punch with its swinging zip line!
My four year old absolutely loved the zip line but it took us a couple tries together for me to feel comfortable with her on it. The initial drop is a bit JOLTY (is that a word?) so be aware!!
There is a considerable amount of shade in the summer with all the leafy trees overhead and picnic tables for visitors!
If you continue up the walkway, you’ll find a smaller playground for younger children with swings!
Mathilda Welmering Park
This park has a new playground area, as well as a new splash pad that is activated by a motion-sensor on the ground. A small creek runs alongside the restrooms, as well.
Older kids will enjoy the basketball court, baseball field, and volleyball area.
Bohrer Park
Bohrer Park has a playground, tennis courts, and a spray fountain area in addition to athletic fields. There are plenty of open grassy spots under the trees for a family picnic!
Crestwood Park
The Crestwood Park is a cute neighborhood park, with a playground that has a rubberized safety surface. In addition, there are sports fields, tennis courts, and a walking trail.
This park also has sledding hills!
Logan's Community Playground
