Lava Island, Rock Hill

Location: 9610 Manchester Rd., Rock Hill, MO 63119

Website: https://lavaisland.com/rock-hill/

Lava Island is a chain of tropical-themed indoor adventure parks, and this is their first location in St. Louis. It opened at the end of 2025. It features trampolines, a volcano slide, large jungle gyms, foam pits, party rooms, a cafe, a trike track, and slides. They have a toddler area and family-friendly eats at the cafe. 

Lions Park, Waterloo IL

Location: 730 Lake Dr., Waterloo, IL 62298

Website: http://www.waterlooparkdistrict.org/parks/

Playground Ground Cover: Rubber chips

Lions Memorial Park is located off of Janice Drive and Lake Drive in the Sunset Acres subdivision. The park has a ball field, soccer field, sand volleyball court, playground equipment, and a covered pavilion. A new bathroom facility was added in 2014.

There is a small covered pavilion next to the play structure, which has slides, a bridge, & a steering wheel. 

You don't see these sand diggers much anymore. 

Monkey bars

There are 4 sling swings and 2 baby swings.

Lakeview Park, Waterloo IL

 

Location: Lakeview Dr., Waterloo, IL 62298

Website: http://www.waterlooparkdistrict.org/parks/lakeview-park/

Playground Ground Cover: Rubber chips

Lakeview Park is situated off Lakeview Drive, southwest of Waterloo, and spans approximately 100 acres. The park features a 2.25-mile paved walking trail, modern playground equipment, a Dog Park, a Pickleball Court, and three large lakes open for fishing. A fishing license is required at the park.

Two covered pavilions are available for group picnic use. The pavilions have running water and electricity, barbecue pits, and restrooms nearby. These pavilions can be reserved for a nominal fee.

Restroom building

They have 2 baby swings and 2 sling swings.

The play structure is older and perfect for toddlers. There is a bridge, a couple of slides, and a zipline.

Nice view of the lake, which is stocked with fish.