Do you offer daycamps for children? Unfortunately, we no longer offer a daycamp program. In the past, we offered an extended hours program that allowed for working families to send their children to our camp program. New regulations by the State Department of Health forced the dropping of these extended hours, and decreased attendance dramatically, forcing the closure of this once popular program.

Do you have football, baseball or softball?

We have no fields for these at this time. We do offer basketball, in-line hockey, golf, and soccer for youth. See here for more details.

Where are your ball fields located?

We do not have ball fields at this time.

I would like to rent a pavilion in Arnold Park.

You would need to contact the City of Arnold Parks and Recreation Department at (636) 296-2100.

Why do I have to pay a user fee to get into the parks when I pay my taxes?

To pay for extra protection to the patrons that use the facilities. The average home owner pays $5.00 per year to the Parks Department. This amount is not sufficient to address the maintenance cost associated with the county parks.

How much of my tax dollars goes to the Jefferson County Parks Department?

The tax money this Department receives is based upon a three-cent tax rate. The amount you pay each year depends upon the value of your home. For an example of an actual tax bill select a district from below. Your tax area may not be represented.

Arnold
Crystal City
DeSoto
Festus
Grandview
Herculaneum
Hillsboro
High Ridge
R-7 School District

Where is your swimming pool located?

We have none.

Do you have any programs for children age 3 and under or age 16 and over?

We have offered programs in the past for these age groups, but there was not enough interest from patrons to continue.

How many state parks do you take care of?

None, we are a county office. To obtain information concerning State Parks, call (636) 464-2976.

How do I get in touch with the State Department of Conservation?

Their number is (314) 301-1500.

Do you have free mulch?

No, we use our mulch to renovate walking trails.