Parks, Recreation, and Forestry

Forestry Division
Report tree problems and high weed and grass, tree inventory, compost, ash borer information,

Parks Division
The Parks Division of the Parks Department operates and maintains the 108 parks in the City of St. Louis

Recreation Division
We offer swimming, weight lifting, boxing, basketball, youth football, volleyball, aerobics, arts and crafts, and additional activities for the citizens of St. Louis.

Soulard Market
Hours of Operation, Daily Vendor Participation, Market Ordinances and Rules, Stand Rental, and Contact information.

Brightside St. Louis
Dedicated to cleaning, greening St. Louis since 1982

Apply for a Tree Permit to Maintain Free Firewood for City Residents Locate Compost and Wood Chips Pick Up Sites Recycle Christmas Trees at a City Park Rent a Stand at Soulard Market Report a Problem at City Parks Report a Problem with a Recreation Center Report a Tree Problem or Request a New Tree Report Weeds and High Grass Reserve a Wagon for Urban Hayrides in Forest Park Residential Yard Waste Drop Off Sign Up for Marquette Pool Swimming

None at this time.

Steinberg Skating Rink Opens for the Season
St Louis’ Premier Winter Destination, Steinberg Skating Rink opened for the 2018-2019 ice skating season on Sunday Nov 11th @ 10am
News/Announcement | Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry | 11/13/2018

Free Firewood for City Residents
Pickup available at three locations starting Tuesday, November 13, 2018.
News/Announcement | Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry | 10/31/2018

St. Louis Fire and Police Departments Join Partner Agencies to Plant Trees with Residents
Effort to Beautify Neighborhoods and Build Relationships with First Responders
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Fire Department,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry | 10/05/2018