For a raw nature experience Howell Island is one of the top spots in the St. Louis area. By "raw" I…read moremean undiluted by development. Except for a gravel parking lot and a few informational signs there's little human imprint to Howell. However, if you're a mall walker, bothered by insects, or fastidious this isn't the place for you. It is a natural area with little maintenance. And it is an island. A hundred yards or so from the parking lot a narrow causeway provides pedestrian access. When the causeway floods, which isn't unusual, Howell is inaccessible except by boat. Though technically in St. Charles County, access to Howell is from St. Louis County off Eatherton Road in west Chesterfield. At over 2,500 acres there's plenty of roaming room. Bicycle and walking paths are mapped. Other Howell activities include fishing, birding, trapping, and hunting. Because Howell accessibility can quickly change following upstream flooding or heavy rains, check the Missouri conservation website before visiting to ensure you can visit. No restrooms or other services here.

Busy park and trails. Hiking for all levels. We make several trips a year from the Western burbs.read more

I mean. You can never go wrong when you visit this place…read more You think there's nothing more to life? Come here. You can think clearly up here just looking at that view. I had visited 5/18 with a few girlfriends. It had rained a day prior so there definitely were some muddy patches. We also encountered a black snake (too scared to take a picture- I ran away), a dead baby snake, a ton of cicada shells, spider webs in the way of our path, and some bees. We went around 11am and though the high was 84, it wasn't so bad since most of the trail is in the woods. I hadn't been here in a while but it seemed shorter than I remember. If you're looking for an hour-ish long hike, swing on by.

This place is big. Has several like that you could go fishing at. I would recommend catch and…read morerelease the fish since I don't know how safe it would be to consume those fish. For those that like nature, it is quite a nice place to go to in order to enjoy nature.

Beautiful nature area right in St. Charles County! Plenty of lakes in which to fish, and many…read moretrails on which to walk/hike! This is part of the Missouri Department of Conservation. Enjoy the beauty of our area on any day, in any season!

I came here to walk with my husband and dog on a Sunday afternoon. This is a very nice community…read morespace. There is a pond with paths around for fishing, covered picnic areas, benches, sports courts, and a huge play area that includes a water cool-down section (in Summer) for the children. There were lots of sidewalks that we could take through the park. It was very well-maintained and lovely. There was one area under construction during our visit. There were lots of Canadian geese that didn't want to be approached with their babies.

Love the new playground (2024/2025). Great for all ages. Wish both tall slides didn't have the net…read moreclimbs to get up, but I understand it may deter littles from going up there. Overall a wonderful upgrade and we cannot wait to continue visiting.

Love this park! There is tons to do for those fishing, biking, picnics, walking, playground etc…read more The long path that trails along the lake is shaded and a great walk. Bathrooms are also open daily.

I've enjoyed this park a few times in the past and really enjoyed that it's large with big green…read moreareas, the lake is gorgeous to just sit and enjoy and they do have a pavilion and a playground. Most recently I came here specifically because they have a short, well shaded, flat walking path. It's paved and wide and amazing! The basic path it just about a mile and you can go from one parking lot to the other/boat ramp. This short path was very relaxing and mainly wooded with some peeks through to the lake. They also have more extensive bike paths for the bike riders. I highly recommend this for a nice walking path or a get together in the park.

We decided to go to the lake. It was serene. It has a very peaceful vibe. People are kayaking,…read more walking and riding bikes. The lake is beautiful. Unfortunately I didn't feel like taking a stroll. Therefore I sat and watch people. There were some interesting people and families.

I come here often. Sometimes for solitude, sometimes to get active with friends. My only issue was…read morethat the restrooms were not available -- likely because it was out of season when I went. Love how BIG it is.. and I can get my steps in with one lap! If you go when it's cold, the portion of the trail not blocked by trees is very cold! Dress warm!

Small park to enjoy the little things…read more This park is extremely well maintained. The tennis and basketball courts look fresh and a new bed of wood chips were added to the children's playground. On the playground littles as young as 1 year old can enjoy a number of different kinds of equipment. They do have a baby and disability friendly swing available. However the entrance into the playground is NOT DISABILITY FRIENDLY. There is a short walking trail but beware of geese and their poo. I saw folks doing some leisurely fishing but not sure on those guidelines. The restrooms were interesting but I was surprised they were less maintained compared to the rest of the park. Dogs are welcome while on leash or on duty as service dogs.

Our dog loves this park! It's easy to walk to if you live in a nearby neighborhood, as it's located…read moreat a stoplight with a crosswalk. However, if you're driving, there is plenty of parking. They have a little pond that people can fish in, and there are lots of ducks swimming and walking around. They have a playground and a basketball court, which both seem well-kept. There's also a pavilion but I haven't used it so I'm not sure what amenities it has. There's a path around the pond, and while it's a very short loop, it's good for a slow, peaceful wander. There are benches around the path and next to the park under some trees. I'd recommend checking it out if you're looking for a small, chill, clean, quiet park.

I have lived in Fenton for 55 years and never heard of this park. There are no signs to show where…read moreit is and the only way there is driving to the end of a subdivision. This park is GREAT! It has a playground, a large pond with fish, pavilion, BBQ pits, many sitting areas, restrooms, and several paved walking trails that go through the wooded area. One of the trails goes to RiverChase and they are proposing another trail to Fenton Park. EXCELLENT!

I love to fish and am always looking for new places to try my luck. Learning that the lake is…read morestocked by MCD, I braved the morning rush hour traffic two days ago and drove there only to find out that the lake is empty. That's right ......no water. I'm a pretty good fisherman, but not that good. This park has an online website. Someone should and could have taken the time to post that info so that myself and others would know not to go there for fishing. Also, does the park open at 7:00 A.M., 8:00 A.M., or 4:00 A.M.? I have seen each of those times listed and do not know why the confusion. A disappointing waste of my time.