Parks & Trails in Fenton, MO (Playgrounds, Loops, Amenities) — 2025 Guide
Fenton’s “City of Parks” nickname is earned: riverfront paths, ball fields, pocket parks, and quick access to the Meramec Greenway. This guide lists the easiest parks and trailheads locals actually use—plus parking, restrooms, and kid-friendly notes. Always verify posted hours before you go.
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Top Parks & Trail Access
Fenton City Park
Address: 1215 Larkin Williams Rd, Fenton, MO 63026
Flagship complex with ball fields, playgrounds, restrooms, and direct Meramec Greenway access. Easy parking and flat paved paths make it stroller-friendly. Shelters can be reserved.
Best for: family play time, flat walks, big open space
Trail note: hop on the Meramec Greenway here and follow the river toward Highway 30.
Bud Weil Memorial Park
Address: 990 Gregory Ln, Fenton, MO 63026
A quieter, wooded park behind City Hall with a shelter, small loop paths, and a “tucked-away” vibe. Dawn-to-dusk hours. Great for short walks with kids or dogs. Shelters rent to Fenton residents.
Best for: shady strolls, picnics, low-key afternoons
Tip: check the city page for pavilion info before planning events.
Meramec Greenway (Fenton segment)
Trailheads: Fenton City Park and other nearby lots along the river
Paved multi-use path along the Meramec with boardwalk sections, playground access, and multiple parking options. Flat, scenic, and popular for bikes, strollers, and beginner jogs.
Best for: easy miles, river views, low elevation
Local detail: the Fenton segment connects toward Hwy 30; additional parking at George Winter Park, Unger Park, and Minnie Ha Ha Park along the corridor.
George Winter Park (near Fenton, Meramec access)
Closest address on county listing: 401 Allen Rd (St. Louis County listing shows 63126; mapping apps also show 207 Allen Rd, Fenton 63026—both point to the same riverfront park area). Expect two boat ramps, fishing access, and river-edge trails.
Best for: launching kayaks, river views, greenway access
Heads-up: GPS may label the city as Sunset Hills or Fenton depending on the lot—watch for the Allen Rd entrance.
Map & Hours
- City park hours are typically dawn–11 p.m. (verify posted signs). Waze
- County parks (George Winter) generally open around 8 a.m. to past sunset. Check the county page for updates.
Local Tips
- Stroller-friendly: Meramec Greenway at Fenton City Park is flat and paved. AllTrails.com
- Shelter rentals: book Fenton City Park pavilions in advance for weekends; Bud Weil shelters are resident-only. Fenton, MO
- After heavy rain: river sections can get muddy; check county updates before launching at George Winter. St. Louis County
- Parking: easiest lots are at Fenton City Park; additional parking exists along the greenway corridor (see Great Rivers Greenway notes).
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