About This Playground
🌳 Fenton City Park features a large, modern playground area with multiple structures designed for different age groups. The playground is part of the larger 96-acre community park that also includes sports facilities, walking trails, and picnic areas.
Visitor Experience: The playground at Fenton City Park receives consistently positive reviews, with visitors praising its variety of equipment, cleanliness, and family-friendly atmosphere. Many reviewers mention it's one of the best playgrounds in the St. Louis area.>
More about this playground
Playground Type
Address
1215 Larkin Williams Rd, Fenton, MO 63026, USA
Phone
(636) 349-8155
+1 636-349-8155
Coordinates
38.5249, -90.43962
Hours of Operation
Hours may vary during holidays. Please call ahead for confirmation.
Playground Features
Age Suitability
The playground includes separate areas for toddlers (2-5 years) and older children (5-12 years), making it suitable for a wide range of ages.
Equipment Available
Multiple play structures with slides, climbing walls, bridges, swings (including accessible swings), spinning equipment, musical instruments, balance beams, and interactive panels.
Shaded Areas
Several portions of the playground are shaded by mature trees, plus there are covered pavilions adjacent to the play area.
Seating For Parents
Numerous benches are positioned around the playground perimeter, allowing good visibility of the play areas. There are also picnic tables nearby.
Restroom Availability
Clean restroom facilities are available near the playground area and are open during park hours.
Drinking Fountains
Multiple drinking fountains with bottle fillers are located throughout the park, including near the playground and restrooms.
Safety Accessibility
Fencing
The playground is partially fenced, with natural boundaries helping to define the play area.
Surface Material
Rubberized safety surfacing throughout most play areas, with some engineered wood fiber in other sections.
Ada Accessibility
The playground includes accessible pathways, ramps to play structures, and specialized equipment like accessible swings and ground-level activities.
Cleanliness Maintenance
The playground and surrounding areas are well-maintained with regular cleaning and equipment inspections. The city's parks department responds quickly to maintenance issues.
Additional Amenities
Nearby Parking
Large parking lots available with easy access to the playground area. Additional overflow parking during busy times.
Pet Policy
Dogs are allowed in the park on leashes, but not within the playground area itself.
Bike Racks
Several bike racks are available near the playground entrance.
Nearby Food Options
Picnic areas with tables and grills adjacent to the playground. The park is also within a short drive of restaurants in Fenton.
Sports Areas
The park includes baseball/softball fields, soccer fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a volleyball court.
Walking / Biking Trails Nearby
Paved walking trails circle the park and connect to the playground area, perfect for bikes, strollers, and walking.
Community Reviews
User Submitted Photos
Many visitors share photos of their children enjoying the playground equipment, highlighting the variety of activities available.
Recent Reviews
Recent visitors comment on the playground's cleanliness, variety of equipment, and the fact that it appeals to children of different ages.
Crowd Levels
Busiest on weekends and summer afternoons; weekday mornings tend to be less crowded.
Special Events
The park hosts various events throughout the year including summer concerts, festivals, and holiday celebrations that sometimes incorporate the playground area.
User Experience
Entrance Fee
Free admission to the park and playground for all visitors.
Space For Groups
The playground area is spacious enough to accommodate multiple families and small groups. Adjacent pavilions can be reserved for larger gatherings.
Nature Connection
The playground is set amid trees and green spaces, with views of the park's natural areas and a small stream nearby.
Noise Level
Moderate noise levels from children playing; the playground is set back from major roads, so traffic noise is minimal.
Aesthetic Design
Modern play equipment with bright colors and thoughtful design that blends with the natural park setting.
Safety Regulations
Security Presence
Regular patrols by Fenton Parks staff and occasional police presence, especially during busy periods and events.
Rules Restrictions
Standard playground rules apply: adult supervision required, no roughhousing, age-appropriate use of equipment. The park closes at dusk.
First Aid Availability
Park staff are trained in basic first aid. For more serious emergencies, Fenton has quick response times from emergency services.
Community Interaction
Community Activities
The playground serves as a gathering place for local families. The park regularly hosts community events throughout the year.
Social Interaction
The layout encourages cooperative play and interaction between children, with areas where multiple children can play together.
Sustainability Environment
Eco Friendly Practices
The park implements recycling programs and uses environmentally friendly maintenance practices.
Renewable Energy
Some solar-powered lighting has been installed in parts of the park, though not specifically at the playground.
Walkability Bike Access
The park has good connectivity to local neighborhoods via sidewalks and is accessible by bicycle with dedicated bike paths connecting to the surrounding area.
Reviews
Liz Russell-Drummond
9 months ago
I try to walk Fenton Park several times per week! It is a beautiful park and very family-friendly. It is well-maintained and beside a few puddles after big rains, there is nothing I would change about it! I'm a Realtor and I choose to live here because I love all of our parks! They are amazing!
View on GoogleTherese Reichardt
10 months ago
I grew up close to this park. I learned how to ride my bike here... 43 yrs later I still love this place. One of the most beautiful parks especially in the back near the woods/creek line.
View on GoogleJatz
5 months ago
Nice place if you want a recovery 3 mile run.. Good view, and has a public restrooms. Perfect place for pets. Has a lot of parking areas/lot. Also, a good place to have a family picnic. I wish they had a track and field for runners (speed-workout)
View on GoogleK O
7 months ago
The park is mostly athletic fields. There is a paved walking path around the perimeter. We liked the dedicated walkway to cross the street and walk along the river, although that is probably one of the greenway trails, and not considered part of the park.
View on GoogleJason Tierney
2 years ago
Small park with baseball and soccer fields and a couple pavilions. Paved trail around perimeter of the park is 1.4 miles. It’s never congested, but it is a draw for local walkers, runners, and bicyclists. Calm and green with a 9/11 memorial. Also connected by a path to another walkway that runs adjacent to the Meramec River. If you’re running, this connection enables you to add on some more distance and scenery.
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