Hikers perch on a limestone bluff overlooking a river at Castlewood State Park.

Recreation

Green space is essential, and in St. Louis, you’re never far from it. We make it easy – and fun – to get outside and stay active.

No matter what time of year you visit, St. Louis offers exciting places for outdoor recreation, from swimming to skiing and golfing to bird watching.

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Adventure Valley Zipline Tours
Ten-zipline canopy tour and paintball park. More than 1.5 miles of ziplines, an 1,100 ft. long 50 mph "super-zip" and a ride in a six-seater...

Gateway Region YMCA - Downtown at the MX
If you are looking for a complete experience to give you an opportunity to nurture your body and spirit for years to come, an ordinary...

Great Rivers Greenway
Great Rivers Greenway is the public agency connecting the St. Louis region with greenways. With 128 miles built so far (and more underway!) you can...

Locust Street Athletic & Swim Club
Immersed within a historic St. Louis building that once thrived as a recreational haven, Locust Street Athletic and Swim Club proudly honors its origins while...

Mastodon State Historic Site
Museum of Missouri’s Ice Age animals and the Native Americans who hunted them more than 10,000 years ago. Picnic area, trails. Adults, $4; under 15,...

Old Chain of Rocks Bridge
Historic Route 66 crossing over the Mississippi River. One of the world's longest bicycle/pedestrian bridges.

Powder Valley Conservation Nature Center
Three woodland trails on 112 acres. Nature Center features exhibits, wildlife viewing area and gift shop. Closed Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Year's Day.

Riverboats at The Gateway Arch
Enjoy a narrated, one-hour sightseeing cruise or a Skyline dinner cruise with live music, a delicious buffet and the best view of St. Louis (reservations...

Rockwoods Reservation
Offering 1,843 acres of rugged forest with springs and streams. Trails, picnic areas and education center with exhibits and classroom. Building is handicap-accessible.

Route 66 State Park
A 419-acre park with multi-use trails located on old Route 66. Museum features Route 66 memorabilia. Gift shop. Picnic areas. Boat ramp provides access to...

RYZE Adventure Park
Ryze Adventure Park is the ultimate outdoor urban adventure for all ages, anchored by a 4-story, 100+ obstacle aerial adventure tower and a challenging 18-hole...

St. Louis County Parks and Recreation
St. Louis County Parks offers a variety of recreational, educational and historic activities: wildlife drive, display farm, transportation museum, army post museum, sculpture park, fishing,...
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