Officer Blake C. Snyder Memorial Park

Officer Blake C. Snyder Memorial Park, located in St. Louis County, Missouri, is a 110.2-acre park that offers a variety of recreational opportunities for visitors. The park, formerly known as Clydesdale Park, was renamed in 2016 to honor Officer Blake C. Snyder, a St. Louis County Police officer who was killed in the line of duty.

The park features a network of trails suitable for hiking, walking, and running. The main paved trail, Fox Run Fitness Trail, is 0.7 miles long and includes workout stations along its route. Other trails in the park include the natural surface Hickory Hollow Trail, which runs for 0.6 miles along Gravois Creek, offering visitors a chance to experience the park's natural beauty and wildlife.

Officer Blake C. Snyder Memorial Park also includes Gravois Creek, which runs through the park and provides scenic views. The park's landscape is diverse, featuring wooded areas, open fields, and rocky terrain along the creek. This variety of environments supports local flora and fauna, making the park an excellent spot for nature observation.

For families and children, the park offers a playground area and picnic facilities. Sports enthusiasts can make use of the park's baseball fields. The park also connects to the larger Grant's Trail, a 10-mile paved trail that extends beyond the park boundaries, offering additional recreational opportunities for cyclists and long-distance walkers.

The park is designed to be accessible, with parking lots available for convenient access to various areas and trails within the park. It serves as a valuable green space in suburban St. Louis, providing residents and visitors with opportunities for exercise, relaxation, and connection with nature.