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Parks, Recreation, and Forestry
Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry
Director
Greg Hayes
Director, Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry
(314) 289-5300
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Divisions
Forestry Division
Report tree problems and high weeds 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
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Procurement Opportunities
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Professional Management and Operational Services for Lindenwood Park Request for Proposals
Opens: 04/15/2026 | Closes: 05/07/2026 04:00 PM
Services
Our Parks
Forest Park and over 100 parks serve and anchor all our city neighborhoods and can be a quiet oasis in the heart of the city.
Recreation
The City Recreation Division offers access to seven swimming pools, eight recreation centers and summer camps.
Flora Conservancy
The Flora Conservancy of Forest Park in partnership with the St. Louis City Parks Department, plants and maintains floral displays throughout Forest Park.
News and Announcements
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City of St. Louis Recreation Centers Closing Early Today Due to Severe Weather Risk
Recreation Centers to close at 2 p.m. today, April 27.
Press release | Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry | 04/27/2026 -
2026 Summer Camp Registration Opens
2026 summer camps for City residents ages 5-13 opens April 13.
News/Announcement | Division of Recreation | 04/13/2026 -
Community Invited to Help Reforest O’Fallon Park After Devastating Tornado
Volunteers will plant 350 trees in one of St. Louis’ most impacted parks.
Press release | Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry | 04/09/2026
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Contact Information
Address:
5600 Clayton Ave.
, inside Forest Park
St. Louis, Missouri 63110
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