About This Playground
🌳 Faust Park in Chesterfield, Missouri features a unique playground area known as 'The Accessible Playground' or sometimes referred to as 'Chesterfield's Playground of Dreams'. The playground was designed with inclusivity in mind, allowing children of all abilities to play together. It's nestled within the larger 200-acre Faust Park, which also houses historic homes, a carousel, and the Butterfly House.
Visitor Experience: The playground at Faust Park receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with families particularly appreciating its accessibility features, unique design elements, and the natural setting. Many reviewers mention it as one of the best playgrounds in the St. Louis area, with praise for the variety of equipment that accommodates different ages and abilities.>
More about this playground
Playground Type
Address
15025 Faust Pk Dr, Chesterfield, MO 63017, USA
Phone
(314) 615-8328
+1 314-615-8328
Coordinates
38.66481, -90.54115
Hours of Operation
Hours may vary during holidays. Please call ahead for confirmation.
Playground Features
Age Suitability
The playground is designed for children of various ages, with separate areas for toddlers (2-5 years) and older children (5-12 years). The equipment offers varying levels of challenge appropriate for different developmental stages.
Equipment Available
The playground features inclusive swings, adaptive seating, wheelchair-accessible ramps, sensory play panels, musical instruments, climbing structures, slides of various heights, spinners, balance beams, and a unique butterfly-themed design reflecting the nearby Butterfly House.
Shaded Areas
There are several shaded areas throughout the playground with canopies over some play equipment and mature trees providing natural shade in parts of the play area.
Seating For Parents
Numerous benches and picnic tables surround the playground, offering convenient seating for parents and caregivers to supervise children while playing.
Restroom Availability
Clean restroom facilities are available near the playground area
Drinking Fountains
Several drinking fountains are located around the playground, including accessible height options.
Safety Accessibility
Fencing
The playground is partially fenced, with strategic openings that allow access while keeping children from wandering too far.
Surface Material
The playground features a mix of rubber surfacing and engineered wood fiber mulch that provides cushioning for falls while still being wheelchair accessible.
Ada Accessibility
The playground was specifically designed to be fully accessible for children with disabilities, featuring ramps up to play structures, transfer platforms, and ground-level play activities for wheelchair users.
Cleanliness Maintenance
The playground is well-maintained by Chesterfield Parks Department, with regular cleaning and equipment checks. The surfaces are kept clear of debris and the equipment is in good condition.
Additional Amenities
Nearby Parking
Ample free parking is available in the Faust Park lots, with designated accessible parking spaces located close to the playground entrance.
Pet Policy
Dogs are allowed in Faust Park but must be leashed at all times. They are not permitted within the playground area itself.
Bike Racks
Bike racks are available near the playground entrance for families who cycle to the park.
Nearby Food Options
Picnic pavilions are available for use, and families can bring their own food. There are no permanent food vendors in the immediate playground area, but seasonal concessions may be available. Nearby Chesterfield Mall and surrounding areas offer various dining options.
Sports Areas
While not directly connected to the playground, Faust Park has open green spaces suitable for casual sports activities.
Walking / Biking Trails Nearby
Faust Park features several walking paths throughout its 200 acres, connecting the playground to other attractions like the Butterfly House and historic village.
Community Reviews
User Submitted Photos
Many visitors share photos of their children enjoying the butterfly-themed equipment and inclusive play features.
Recent Reviews
Recent visitors highlight the playground's cleanliness, creative design, and the variety of equipment available for children of different abilities and interests.
Crowd Levels
The playground can get busy on weekends and holidays, especially during pleasant weather. Weekday mornings typically offer a less crowded experience.
Special Events
The playground sometimes hosts special events in conjunction with other Faust Park attractions, particularly during summer months and holidays.
User Experience
Entrance Fee
The playground is free to access, though some other attractions within Faust Park (like the Butterfly House and carousel) require separate admission fees.
Space For Groups
The playground area is spacious enough to accommodate birthday parties and group outings, with nearby picnic shelters that can be reserved for events.
Nature Connection
The playground's butterfly theme connects with the natural environment of Faust Park, and the play area is surrounded by trees and green spaces that enhance the connection to nature.
Noise Level
As with most popular playgrounds, noise levels can be high during peak hours, but the open design and surrounding green space help buffer some of the sound.
Aesthetic Design
The playground features a unique butterfly-themed design that complements the nearby Butterfly House attraction. The equipment is colorful and visually appealing, with artistic elements integrated throughout.
Safety Regulations
Security Presence
Park staff regularly monitor the grounds, though there is no dedicated security personnel specifically for the playground.
Rules Restrictions
Standard playground rules apply, including adult supervision requirements, no rough play, and age-appropriate use of equipment. There are posted signs outlining rules and safety guidelines.
First Aid Availability
Staff at the park visitor center can assist with minor first aid needs, and emergency services are responsive to the well-marked location.
Community Interaction
Community Activities
The playground occasionally hosts special play days and community events, particularly during summer months and in coordination with programming at the Butterfly House.
Social Interaction
The playground's design encourages cooperative play and interaction between children of all abilities, with multiple activities that require or benefit from collaboration.
Sustainability Environment
Eco Friendly Practices
The playground incorporates some sustainable materials and practices, including natural shade elements and environmentally friendly maintenance procedures.
Renewable Energy
Some lighting around the park uses solar technology, though the playground itself does not have specific renewable energy features.
Walkability Bike Access
Faust Park is accessible by sidewalks from surrounding neighborhoods, and there are bike paths that connect to the larger Chesterfield trail system, making it possible to visit without a car from nearby areas.
Reviews
Alizee Shearer
11 months ago
Very pretty place with a lot of history. Great for a walk with the family (children friendly). Great place to take family pictures too, especially during the fall season. The volunteers are very kind and knowledgeable. And the visits of the houses don't take long, only a few minutes, therefore if you have kids, they won't be bored standing up and listening for too long.
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7 months ago
This park has many enjoyable activities. There is the Butterfly House as well as the carousel. There are pretty gardens in the Historic Village. Lots of flowering trees in the spring, blossoms in the summer, and color in the fall. They also have a trail up the hill through the woods.
View on GoogleRavi Bhave
a year ago
This is a nice park with lots of facilities like butterfly museums, songs, swings, walking trails. There is a nice lake next to the museum. I enjoyed a nice walk through a shady path and visited old house that belonged to the 2nd governor of Missouri. I wish they house was not locked, and I would visit if from inside. I did not find restrooms or drinking water fountains.
View on GoogleJason Raper
a year ago
Absolutely amazing, don't hesitate to go and visit. The indoor section has over 1500 different species of tropical butterflies. You can also pay $5 and you can release a butterfly... Definitely a must visit
View on GoogleSuzanne Chisum
a year ago
Great park. Spent time at the butterfly house. There is a nice outdoor play area in between the butterfly house and carousel that would be great for families with kids. They also have special activities specifically for children in the butterfly house.
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