Carondelet Park
Nestled along the historic Route 66 in St. Louis, Carondelet Park invites travelers to bask in its vibrant beauty and rich heritage. Spanning over 200 acres, this gem features picturesque lakes, winding trails, and lush gardens, creating the perfect backdrop for a leisurely stroll or a family picnic. With a fascinating history dating back to the 19th century, visitors can soak in the charm of the park's stunning architecture while enjoying recreational activities. Stop by and experience a slice of St. Louis culture that perfectly complements your journey on the Mother Road!
J West (JWest)
a year ago"Love this park and so does my pup! It's a great place to walk. The ducks at the pond are so happy and sweet to watch! There's plenty of good walking paths throughout the park, benches, shade trees in the spring and summer. Or recent visit was in January after a heavy winter snow storm. The pond was partially frozen over and watching the ducks waddle over the ice was quiet amusing. It's lovely how happy all the birds seem with snow on the ground."
The Veredictine
a year ago"The neighborhood has such a lovely charm, especially the lakes, which are filled with ducks and other wildlife. The parks surrounding the lakes create a peaceful atmosphere, perfect for strolls or simply unwinding in nature. I appreciated the well-maintained paths and green spaces that invite you to enjoy the outdoors. There are also nice spots for picnicking, making it a wonderful place to spend an afternoon. Overall, Carondelet offers a beautiful setting to relax and connect with nature, and I found it to be a fantastic area to explore."
Matt Alvino
7 years ago"A fantastic park in deep South City. In most towns this would be considered a primo park, but due to the other great urban parks in STL, Carondelet is an unfortunately third banana. Unless there is an event going on, this is the most tame of the big three. Very relaxing with a lot of space to spread out. Two fantastic lakes in this park. Boat Lake is your typical urban lake lined by a sidewalk with a beautiful boat house on the Eastern side. Horseshoe Lake is much more rustic with only a few paved paths along the rim. Paved trails run throughout, but there is also a ton of green ways you can stroll. Soccer and softball fields with a few playgrounds thrown in. The mansions on the north side of the park are worth a look."
