The city maintains 11 parks with 106 acres, which feature ball fields, play systems, picnic pavilions, volleyball courts, tennis courts, archery range, multiuse trails, open-park land, and other amenities. Pavilions may be reserved by residents for social functions by contacting the Ferguson Parks & Recreation Department at (314) 521-4661.
The Ferguson Parks and Recreation Department's primary areas of responsibility include:
-Recreation programs
-Special events
-Splash at Wabash Aquatic Complex
-Winter / Spring Swim Programs
-Ferguson Sports Complex at Forestwood Park
-Parks-facility management
-Ferguson Community Center
-Other recreation services