County of playground: St Louis County
Location of playground: Playground Rd., Patio at main concession structure, Kirkwood
This is a large layout. The closest to the concession stand is for bigger kids.
The to the east a bit, is the little kids, and the water spray pad, and a sand box.
"The Kirkwood Parks and Recreation Department is committed to providing a variety of leisure experiences to the citizens of Kirkwood, as well as residents of surrounding communities. Our goal is to enhance the quality of life through the programs we offer, the events we host, and the facilities we provide, while preserving and maintaining natural areas, open space and native habitat. We will strive to provide the highest level of service to our citizens, while balancing the needs of the present and those of future generations.
History
Established in 1941.
The oldest park in Kirkwood was established in 1941 with the purchase of two 20-acre tracts. Today the park has grown to 92 acres and features the Kirkwood Community Center, the Recreation Station Ice Arena, Aquatic Center, tennis courts, playground, picnic pavilions, open picnic sites, athletic fields, handball courts, horseshoe pits, concession stand and a community garden. Other features include the Lions' Amphitheater and Walker Lake where you can fish to your heart's content." ~ City of Kirkwood