Suggestions for Park near Jamaica Plain, Boston

Sofia U. • June 19, 2017Beautiful park for weekend strolls

riley s. • October 12, 2015beautiful park with scenic views. I've been looking for a good, T-accessible natural space for a long walk since moving to Boston; I'm so glad I finally found one.

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...

Enrico S. • June 28, 2015Great spot in the arboretum with beautiful view of boston.

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

Federico R. • December 12, 2017A great place not too far from Boston proper. A running trail with near perfect view of the Olmstead Park and Jamaica Pond with minutes away.

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!

Maureen H. • June 10, 2010This park is perfect for scenic views, picnics and dog walking!

Mike D. • April 2, 2018Serene park in the heart of the city with beautiful townhouses and gardens!

Lynn C. • May 9, 2013I love this quiet neighborhood!

Kelley C. • June 3, 2012Enjoy the new fountain! It looks great.

Rachel W. • June 7, 2014This park is great!

prerna s. • April 4, 2023Great park with multiple walk/run paths. Dog friendly. Higher elevation so some paths get a bit windy so dress acvoddingly

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency • June 28, 2012Check out the vintage Documeria photo of the Boston skyline. Take a photo of the city today and share it with our State of the Environment Photo Project!

Su N. • June 26, 2011Green grass with no pesticide usage! Great spot to get some sun.

Denise V. • July 27, 2013Beautiful city park, founded in 1891.

A S. • March 31, 2017Not really a dog park, signs say no dogs allowed

Ian H. • December 25, 2018One of the best well hidden gem of Boston, small, secluded but beautiful...

Suele D. • August 13, 2015Playground, jogging path, field, cycling, great view.

Jeff G. • September 1, 2011Not for tourists

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