St. Charles County Parks

St. Charles County Parks Created in 1997 after voters approved a local use tax. Preserving history and nature is our mission. Our goal is to be accountable and responsive to you.
(1)

Email any questions or concerns to [email protected], or call 636-949-7535. Know before you go! Check the Rainout Line for parks and trails closures and conditions: https://rainoutline.com/search/dnis/6367070011

Register and reserve online for amenities and programs: https://sccmo.org/ParksReservations

Please note: This Facebook account is not monitored 24/7. Facebook Posting Guidelines:
sccmo.org/SocialMedia.

Paddleboard Among the Fall Colors 🍂📅 Upcoming Dates and Times:10-11:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 27 at The Park at New Melle L...
09/05/2026

Paddleboard Among the Fall Colors 🍂

📅 Upcoming Dates and Times:
10-11:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 27 at The Park at New Melle Lakes
12:30-2 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 27 at the Park at New Melle Lakes
10-11:30 a.m., Monday, Oct. 19 at The Park at New Melle Lakes
12:30-2 p.m., Monday, Oct. 19 at the Park at New Melle Lakes

Paddleboard among the trees as they showcase colors of red, orange, and gold at our 25-acre lake at The Park at New Melle Lakes. A handful of sessions are available, both 1.5 hours long. A brief lesson on how to paddleboard will be given before hitting the water.

This program is for ages 12 and up. Cost is $10 per person. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. Check the Rainout Line for program updates for poor weather conditions.

Sign up today!
📱 636-949-7535
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/ype867x3

Christmas Candlelight Walk tickets go on sale in just a few days! 🎄🕯🚶🏻‍♀️📅 6-10 p.m., Friday, Dec. 4 and Dec. 11📅 4:30-8...
09/04/2026

Christmas Candlelight Walk tickets go on sale in just a few days! 🎄🕯🚶🏻‍♀️

📅 6-10 p.m., Friday, Dec. 4 and Dec. 11
📅 4:30-8:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5 and Dec. 12

The historic village comes alive as guests experience different holiday traditions reminiscent of life in the early 1800s. Listen to holiday tales as you meander through the park, illuminated with thousands of candles; enjoy traditional carols as you sip on warm apple c***r; and visit the Christkindlemarkt in the Grand Pavilion.

Village-Only Tickets: $10 each (does not include admission to the Boone Home)
Home & Village Tickets: $15 each (Boone Home tour times are established at registration)

Tickets will be available for purchase Wednesday, Sept. 9:
🔗 https://sccmo.org/TicketedEvents
📱 636-949-7535

We are just a month away from the St. Charles County Parks Whisker Wars Open Catfish Tournament! Mark your calendars: S...
09/04/2026

We are just a month away from the St. Charles County Parks Whisker Wars Open Catfish Tournament! Mark your calendars: Saturday, Sept. 26 at Hideaway Harbor Park. 🎣

NEW THIS YEAR: Youth can participate! All team members under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.

⏰ Schedule:
Registration Check-in: 4:30–5:30 a.m.
Pre-Tournament Meeting: 6 a.m.
Fishing Time: 6:30 a.m.–3 p.m.

Gather your three-person team (one team per boat) for this one-day catfish tournament. Anglers must use the rod and reel method and can weigh in up to three catfish for a total boat weight. For those interested, there’s an optional $20 side pot for the biggest fish.

All three species of catfish are eligible. This is a 100% payout tournament, with prize placements determined by the number of registered boats. Boat numbers will be randomly assigned during registration check-in on the morning of the tournament.

Entry fee is $100 per boat (cash only), due at check-in from 4:30–5:30 a.m.

Let us know you're interested in participating! Boat captains can email [email protected] to secure your spot or register the day of the competition.

Come out to The Historic Daniel Boone Home for our last Artisan Day session of 2026!📅 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 10...
09/03/2026

Come out to The Historic Daniel Boone Home for our last Artisan Day session of 2026!

📅 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 10

Tour the Boone Home free of charge! Tours are open-house format, allowing guests to explore all levels of the house and speak with docents about the Boone family and the history of the Femme Osage Valley.

View demonstrations in:
➡ Blacksmithing
➡ Cooking
➡ Music

All ages are welcome and admission is first-come, first-served. Call the Boone Home for more information at 636-798-2005.

Would you like to give back to your community? Sign up for the September session of Watershed Warriors: Litter Pick Up a...
09/03/2026

Would you like to give back to your community? Sign up for the September session of Watershed Warriors: Litter Pick Up and help keep our St. Charles County parks looking beautiful!

📅 12-2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12
📍 Indian Camp Creek Park

Not only is trash an eyesore, but it can hurt the environment and the animals that call our parks home. Join Park Rangers this fall and help clean up the waterways in various parks.

Dress for the weather. Bring a water bottle, sturdy shoes or boots; no flip flops or sandals. Trash is messy! Wear something that can get dirty. Long pants and insect repellent are recommended.

Sign up today!
📱 636-949-7535
📍https://tinyurl.com/45y29xbw

🚨 RANGER ON THE LOOSE! 🚨Ranger Ashley nearly got away, but some of you really know your parks! Another Ranger found her ...
09/02/2026

🚨 RANGER ON THE LOOSE! 🚨

Ranger Ashley nearly got away, but some of you really know your parks! Another Ranger found her binoculars at Towne Park, thanks to your detective work. Unfortunately, it took too long to find the right park, and she slipped away!

She sent another photo from somewhere in our park system, but won't tell us where she is! Can you help us figure out her secret location?

🔎 YOUR MISSION:
Study the photo carefully for clues.
Drop your best guess in the comments!
Check back next week to see if you cracked the case (and to see if we finally caught up with her)!

The first session for the St. Charles County Parks Department Book Club is coming up! 📚Our first book selection is How ...
09/02/2026

The first session for the St. Charles County Parks Department Book Club is coming up! 📚

Our first book selection is How Flowers Made Our World by David George Haskell

📅 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 17
📍 Broemmelsiek Park

Each month, a nature-based book is selected to read, with a discussion meet up at the Visitor Center in Broemmelsiek Park and, weather permitting, a nature hike.

Join us for a cozy, informal discussion and a little exploration. This program is for ages 16 and up. Pre-registration is requested.

Sign up today:
📱 636-949-7535
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/mudax5yz

Mark your calendars for Dobsonfest Telescope Fair! 🔭✨🌕📅 4–9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19📍 Broemmelsiek Park – Astronomy View...
09/02/2026

Mark your calendars for Dobsonfest Telescope Fair! 🔭✨🌕

📅 4–9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19
📍 Broemmelsiek Park – Astronomy Viewing Area

Whether you’re an experienced astronomer or just curious about the night sky, there’s something for everyone!

Bring your own telescope to display, or get help from experienced volunteers if you need assistance setting up a new telescope.

Starting at 4 p.m.: Explore telescope displays, learn how telescopes work and how to build your own, enjoy kids’ activities, and safely view the Sun through solar scopes. Telescopes will also be available to view the Moon.

➡ Door prizes from 4:30–7 p.m. will include telescopes, binoculars, astronomy books, space puzzles and much more!

After dark: Join us for views of the Moon, Saturn, supernova remnants, dead stars, colorful stars and more!

Free event. No registration required.

This program is presented in partnership with:
➡ Astronomical Society of Eastern Missouri
➡ St. Louis Astronomical Society
➡ River Bend Astronomy Club
➡ Eastern Missouri Dark Sky Observers

Celebrating John Dobson’s birthday! Dobson was an amateur astronomer known for bringing astronomy to the public through sidewalk astronomy and public speaking. He also created the Dobsonian telescope, one of the most popular and easiest-to-use telescope designs in the world.

Come celebrate, explore, and look up!

Fiber Arts Festival is just a few days away!Step back in time and discover the art of spinning, weaving, lace-making and...
09/01/2026

Fiber Arts Festival is just a few days away!

Step back in time and discover the art of spinning, weaving, lace-making and other traditional fiber crafts at The Historic Daniel Boone Home.

📅 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 5
📍 The Historic Daniel Boone Home

Stroll through the historic village and meet demonstrators and interpreters showcasing both historic and modern fiber arts. Spinners, weavers and other artists will also have creations available for purchase.

👗 Don’t miss the historic fashion show at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.!

For more information, call the Boone Home at 636-798-2005.

Where the Wild Things Play 📅 Upcoming Program Dates:9 a.m.-12 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 6 at Broemmelsiek Park9 a.m.-12 p.m., ...
09/01/2026

Where the Wild Things Play

📅 Upcoming Program Dates:
9 a.m.-12 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 6 at Broemmelsiek Park
9 a.m.-12 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 4 at Broemmelsiek Park

Nature-based play is essential to children’s physical and emotional well-being. At this program children explore natural environments alongside their peers under thoughtful, light-touch supervision that fosters independence and confidence.

After dropping off their children to explore, parents and guardians are welcome (but not required) to join a ranger on a guided hike—an opportunity to explore, or rediscover, the wonders of nature for themselves.

This free program is for ages 7-12. Pre-registration is required.

Sign up today!
📱 636-949-7535
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/yb9w5t8v

Address

1795 Highway DD
Defiance, MO
63385

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when St. Charles County Parks posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category