Summer in St. Ann: 6 Family Adventures Near Westport Crossing

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 22:39:48 GMT

St. Ann and the surrounding northwest St. Louis County area is more family-friendly than its reputation suggests. Westport Crossing residents have easy access to lakes, parks, and Pattonville school district events — here are 6 summer adventures within minutes.

Creve Coeur Lake Park

8+ miles of paved trail loop around Creve Coeur Lake — perfect for biking, scooters, jogging, or just walking the dog. Picnic shelters and playgrounds line the lake's edge. It's the unofficial summer hub of west St. Louis County.

Pattonville summer programs

Pattonville R-III School District runs summer reading and enrichment events open to district families. Westport Crossing is in the district — check the Pattonville website (psdr3.org) for current programs.

NW Plaza area exploration

The former Northwest Plaza area has been gradually redeveloping. Pop in for ice cream, restaurants, and the broad mix of shops along the corridor.

Lambert Airport observation

Sounds weird, isn't — Lambert International Airport has dedicated plane-watching areas, and on summer evenings it's a quiet, free, and unusual family outing.

Forest Park downtown trips

Forest Park (zoo, art museum, science center, history museum — all free) is about 25 minutes from Westport Crossing. Worth a weekend trip every summer.

Faust Park (a short drive)

Faust Park in Chesterfield is a worthwhile weekend trip — historic village, butterfly house, and carousel — about 20 minutes from Westport Crossing.

Why Westport Crossing makes summer easier

Westport Crossing offers a mix of apartments and townhomes, plus the highly-rated Pattonville R-III School District (nationally ranked in the top 6-8% of US public school districts). Pet-friendly, with Wi-Fi and TV included.

You Might Also Like: Want the same Pattonville school district closer to Westport Plaza? Westport Edge Apartments in Maryland Heights is also managed by KH Properties.

Summer Move-In at Westport Crossing Apartments: Tips to Beat the Heat and Settle In Fast

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:09:27 GMT

Moving into a new apartment in summer is exciting — and sweaty. At Westport Crossing Apartments in St. Ann, MO, we see a lot of move-ins every June, and over the years our team has picked up practical tips for staying cool, getting settled fast, and avoiding the common summer move-in headaches. Here's what works.

St. Louis summers are warm and humid — Creve Coeur Lake Park (8+ miles of paved trail) and Forest Park stay walkable in the mornings; Tower Grove Park gets shade by 6 PM.

Move on the right day, at the right hour

If you have any choice in the matter, move on a weekday morning. Weekend traffic, weekend elevator/loading dock congestion, and weekend heat (which tends to peak around 3-5 PM) all stack against you. A weekday move-in after our leasing team opens (8 AM) is dramatically easier than a 1 PM Saturday move.

Hydrate before, during, and after

It's obvious advice that's almost universally ignored on moving day. Pack a small cooler with water, electrolyte drinks, and easy snacks like granola bars and fruit. Set it at the front door so anyone — you, friends, movers — can grab a drink without digging through boxes.

Unpack the bedroom first, kitchen second

Your future self will thank you. After a 12-hour move-in day, the only thing that matters is having a real bed to fall into and a way to make coffee in the morning. Everything else can wait a day.

Use the first 48 hours to do an apartment walkthrough

Test every outlet, every light switch, every faucet. Check that the AC, washer, and dryer all work. If anything's off, submit a maintenance request through the resident portal in the first few days — it's much easier to handle in the early weeks than later in the lease.

Get to know one neighbor in the first week

Even a quick "Hi, I'm new here, just moved in from across town" goes a long way. KH communities are designed to feel like communities, not just rentals.

Why Westport Crossing Apartments makes summer move-in easier

Westport Crossing Apartments is mix of apartments and townhomes served by the Pattonville R-III School District (top 6-8% nationally), pet-friendly, with Wi-Fi and TV included. That gives summer move-ins a real head start — less running around, less hassle, and (for our pet-friendly communities) a smoother transition for the four-legged members of the household.

Ready to schedule a tour?

Schedule a tour anytime through the Westport Crossing Apartments website. Self-guided tours are available at most communities; live video tours are usually an option for renters moving from out of town.