St. George has quite a few amazing parks, and the new Fossil Falls Park is a great addition. This park has a fun playground with a huge, speedy slide. There are lots of swings and spinning toys. Plus, there are beautiful views of the Virgin River right by the park. Next time you are in southern Utah, make sure to stop at Fossil Falls Park in St. George.
The Playground
The playground at Fossil Falls Park is full of slides, climbing areas, and other great activities for kids. It has a few different levels with bridges connecting different parts of the playground. The flooring is extra squishy. My boys said they wished it was a basketball court so they could dunk because it had so much bounce! Around the playground are swings and spinning toys to add more fun to the park.
The highlight for our older kids was the huge cement slide in the back of the playground. It slides down to the pathway below, and it goes really fast, especially if you pick your feet up. Even our teenagers wanted to try this slide out. Once you slide down, you can climb back up the playground slick rock, which has been made to look like it contains fossils. Be aware that our bigs flew right off the edge and onto the ground, so it might be a little dangerous for young kids. At least go with them or keep an eye on them if they decide to go! But don’t miss this fun part of Fossil Falls park in St. George.
The River
After you slide down, you can walk down to the Virgin River. There are a few little trails that lead right to the edge. We actually walked down along the paved walking path away from the parking area and found a man made waterfall. The Virgin River was full when we visited because it was spring, and super muddy because it was moving so fast. But there are gorgeous views of the red rocks and the area, too.
Other Amenities
Fossil Falls Park has some other great amenities. There are two different pavilions with picnic tables for a gathering of friends or a picnic lunch. The park also has two sand volleyball courts. No one was playing volleyball, but plenty of kids were digging in the sand. There are also nice bathrooms, and a unique tree sculpture that is worth walking around.
This park is awesome. We are adding it to our Best Parks in St. George list. And we recommend you come and play here as a family, too.
Fossil Falls Park in St. George is located at 294 S 2670 E in St. George.
