North County Recreation Complex

The St. Louis County Department of Parks and Recreation engaged Hastings+Chivetta for the design of the new North County Recreation Complex water park. The old flat-water pool’s age and obsolescence presented safety concerns for swimmers, so the existing pool deck, tank and mechanical systems were demolished to make way for much-needed upgrades.

Keeping leisure and athletic swimmers of all ages in mind, the family-friendly water park includes a 10,000 SF leisure pool as well as a 900 SF toddler pool with a myriad of features for everyone to enjoy.

The toddler pool boasts zero depth entry and a tot-sized slide to keep the little ones safe, and cascades and spray water features provide small swimmers an entertaining escape from the summer heat. The larger leisure pool also features zero depth entry, water slides, a play structure and spray features for older children and adults alike. Other attractions include a 240 ft. lazy river, three lap lanes, one-meter diving boards, three water basketball goals and a water volleyball net.