Parks, Recreation, and Forestry

Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry

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Greg Hayes
Director, Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry
(314) 289-5300
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Divisions

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

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

Procurement Opportunities

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Services

Apply for a Tree Permit to Maintain

Free Firewood for City Residents

Locate Compost and Wood Chips Pick Up Sites

Locate Compost Drop Off

Locate Residential Yard Waste Drop Off

Participate in the Tree-Membrance Program

Recycle Christmas Trees

Rent a Stand at Soulard Market

Rent the Jewel Box

Rent the World's Fair Pavilion

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

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

City of St. Louis Announces Expansion of Recreation Center Hours, Programming for Youth Following Tragic Overnight Shooting Downtown
The City is working to expand youth programming and hours at Wohl and Marquette Recreation Centers in the weeks ahead.
Press release | Division of Recreation,Office of the Mayor | 06/18/2023
City of St. Louis Announces Summer Fun STL Youth Programming Sites, Summer Youth Job Opportunities
Summer 2023 safe and fun activities and job opportunities for St. Louis youth
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Office of Violence Prevention,Division of Recreation,St. Louis Agency on Training and Employment | 05/25/2023
City of St. Louis Recreation Division Summer Camp Registration opens April 3
2023 Summer sessions camps begin June 5th and July 10th
Press release | Division of Recreation | 03/24/2023

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