We were at the park during a triathlon expo on a day with a heat advisory, and I was honestly blown…read moreaway by the kindness and thoughtfulness of the park staff. They came around with a cooler full of popsicles, handing them out to everyone to help keep us cool such an unexpected and appreciated gesture! The park itself is very well-kept and inviting. They even had chalk out for the kids to draw with, as well as a giant Jenga set for them to play. It's rare to see that level of care and community spirit, and it made such a positive impression. Huge thanks to the park crew for going above and beyond you can tell they truly care about the people who visit.

Such a lovely oasis in suburbia that has a nice sized lake to enjoy. There are ducks and Canadian…read moregeese on the property. There are picnic pavilions and especially a large one with permanent bathrooms. There is archery and I believe a members-only Dog Park. In the summer they have the St. Louis Shakespeare actors, do a one night performance, and on some Friday nights they host concerts with top local talent.

This is a spectacular park! I wish I knew about it years ago. If you get a chance, check out the…read moreSt. Charles County Parks site and find a Ranger guided bird tour. Bring some water, save a map, note the restrooms. Plenty of trails, tables, trees. Parking is good. Be prepared for a 2-lane winding road to get here.

Great park for pictures. Go to the area with the bathrooms and two swings, walk down pavement to…read morethe sand area beautiful water and views! The bathrooms avoid, very gross and filled with wasps and stink bugs. So we changed in parking lot.

Love this park! It's really big! There is a road that circles around the park. You can use that for…read morebiking, walking or running. There are also off road bike trails. There are playgrounds for the kids and access to a creek! There are also quite a few picnic tables to choose from for your picnic!

Come here, quiet often and it's such a great part with a lot of different things to do…read more The Kids Play area is very nice with a great view of the wooded area behind it. The creek is also great, but just be careful when it overflows not to play in it as there can be some deeper spots and it also can be pretty fast. The park is always very clean. This would be great to take pictures at for families or any other special capture worthy moments.

O'Day Park opened in spring 2019 and as the city's newest park is new and up-to-date. This is a…read morewonderful community park that rivals any in the county. Park development was a partnership between O'Fallon and the MO Department of Conservation. Because of that O'Day offers more natural settings and omits athletic fields. Features: -O'Day Lodge, a rental facility for business conferences and other activities. -Amphitheater for free community concerts and plays. -Adventure playground with unique items like a ropes course, group swings, and climbing logs. -Paved and natural walking and cycling paths. -Picnic pavilions. -Splash pad. Park developers also retained or added natural settings such as meadows, prairies, and woods.

We loved this park! Stopped here with our 10 year-old on our drive back to Iowa from St. Louis…read more There were lots of things for kids of all ages to play on, different than most parks, and had some nice paved paths nearby. There were nice, clean bathrooms and some covered picnic areas. 10/10 would recommend!

Arrived around 3:00. Check in was quick and easy. Had an escort to our site. Looked very unleveled…read morebut it didn't end up too bad. Clean and well kept. Nice pool and bath house. Would definitely camp again.

This is the third year we have met with our group of friends and camped here for Friendsgiving. The…read morefirst year we were treated like family members and every year it's better. We love this camp ground and will stay here every chance we get.

Strong Tower Ranch is an awesome place that helps kids who need it the most. They have day camps…read moreand horsemanship programs and offer sponsorship for those who wouldn't be able to have this type of opportunity otherwise. I've known several kids who've had wonderful experiences there, and return year after year. Many have gone on to become mentors and leaders at the ranch and in their communities. The Ranch also rents the property for private gatherings. The property is gorgeous with a lake (beach, swimming, fishing, kayaks, paddle boats, and canoes), open fields, horse pastures, trails, pavilion, kitchen, nice restroom and shower facilities, bunkhouse, RV and tent sites, and much more. There's even a beautiful butterfly garden! Over the years, our family has rented the property for graduation parties and family reunions, and I've attended several special events there. I highly recommend them for their kids' programs and private use of the amenities!

From the owner: Strong Tower Ranch is a Christ-centered refuge offering hope and mentoring to youth, especially…read morethose at risk. Our Mission: We feature horsemanship and day camps with the goal of providing quality programs that are entertaining, character building, and rehabilitating. "Strong Tower" reminds us that we have a mighty fortress in Christ. We want children, teens and adults who come here to find love and refuge from a harsh world. We are non-denominational, non-profit and dependent on prayers, financial support and volunteer help. How Can We Serve You? Located on 107 acres in Foristell, Missouri, we are prepared to host programs and events for area families, churches and civic groups. The Horsemanship program serves children from age seven and up, teens, and adults. The Day Camp program serves children ages 8-14. People come to volunteer expecting to be a blessing and leave saying they received more than they gave. The training for those who serve in programs is very valuable, especially to young people (15+) who wish to develop leadership skills. If you would like more information about our programs, summer mission trips, volunteer opportunities, or property reservations, send us a message.

Pere Marquette is the place to experience the beauty of fall foliage. The rich colors of; orange,…read moreyellow and red on all the trees makes it a sight to behold. Enjoy the colors by walking/hiking the many trails. You can get real adventurous and go horseback riding. Or be like me and sit on the deck at the lodge and enjoy a bottle of wine while enjoying the beauty of nature. No matter the season, you cannot go wrong exploring the 8000 acres of Pere Marquette State Park.

The Pere Marquette Lodge is such a historic treasure! That 700-ton stone fireplace in the lobby is…read moreeven more impressive in person, and my family loved the giant floor chess set. We ate at the lodge restaurant and the family-style fried chicken did not disappoint. The rooms have a rustic, CCC-era vibe--very cozy and clean. Perfect for a quiet weekend escape!

My wife and I went to hike / walk on the lakeside trail. The path is nice and quiet. There were a…read morefew others on the trail but otherwise was peaceful for us. It took us 1 1/2 hours to complete the trail. Looks like you can fish on the dock or by boat at the boat ramp. There is a swimming cove for the other side of the entrance. The trail is quite easy and is clean of debris. I would like to come back in the late summer/ fall to see the tree leaves!

I'm impressed by how huge this place extends to-rivers and forests and trails and everything. It's…read moredefinitely a nice getaway for nature, to go for a stroll and such. So why am I giving this place three stars? The camping service here is a little........rather......special. The cabins were of filth, and the showers there are mucky and there is rust, splotches of?? random muck everywhere in every corner of the bathroom. Not to mention the ants everywhere plus other bugs. Not even during night time. Don't even think about testing the theory yourself, just stay away from the camping experience. Other than that, I would reccomend this park to those who want a nice afternoon maybe enjoying the cool breeze, staring at flowers and other wildlife outside or go biking. It's pretty beautiful!

Roller rink is closed until mid december, put it on the site or something guys jesus christ. Drove…read morehalf an hour out the way only to find i was wasting my fuckin time

This city park is one of the finest public areas in St. Charles County…read more At just under 100 acres this large and expansive green space has numerous amenities over what is effectively two separate parks. The main park contains ball fields, an aquatics complex, football field, inline hockey rink, concessions stand, basketball court, and open areas. It also includes a Braille trail for sight impaired visitors. The Day Camp is separate from the main park and about a 1/2-mile northwest of the main entrance along Droste Road. It includes tennis courts, ball fields, sand volleyball court, and soccer field. Both areas have reservable picnic shelters, convenient restrooms, and playgrounds. A paved trail connects the two sections to adjoining neighborhoods. It's a popular spot all year round, but especially in summer. Picnic shelter reservations fill early in the year for holidays.