Suggestions for Outdoors & Recreation near Jamaica Plain, Boston

Olexy S. • April 16, 2017beautiful garden with lots of paths to walk and places to have picnic at

Local In Season • August 18, 2011Excellent farm stand chock full of produce, both local and non-local specialty foods, and delicious local breads and pastries. Also has all of the gardening supplies and green thumb would desire.

Katie M. • May 24, 2010A part of the Arboretum that's less crowded and offers awesome city views. There are also trails along the train tracks where the pups can be off-leash.

Michelin Travel & Lifestyle • September 22, 2012265-acres of child-friendly scenery close to Boston. Food vendors and picnickers are not permitted in the park, except once a year on Lilac Sunday. Leashed dogs welcome. - Green Guide Editor

BU Today • June 11, 2012Designed by the famous Frederick Law Olmsted, the Emerald Necklace consists of 9 parks linked by waterways and parkways. Walking and biking paths are abundant, and annual events are held in all nine.

Joshua B. • September 9, 2012Make sure to observe bike path walking path designation. Always listen for bikers who will often warn "on your left" NEVER ride your bike on undesignated sidewalk. Kids love watching the trains...

EastCoast S. • April 11, 2014A nice hike with an even nicer view. Take the path through the explorers garden on your way down.

Discover R. • December 23, 2009Jog, bike, hike, golf, eat, or just relax in the largest gem of Boston's Emerald Necklace park system.

A S. • September 19, 2015Find the stairs to your left, past the vines and climbers to get to the bonsai collection. Not very easy to find!

Katherine H. • August 20, 2013Very nice dog park. Good size for the pups to run around. Can get a little dusty.

Brian M. • April 7, 2010Great dog park after and before work.

Carol • August 22, 2020Really lovely walk and peaceful pond