Franklin Park

Franklin Park

Roslindale, Jamaica Plain, Dorchester

Franklin Park is one of the largest parks in Boston. It is part of the Emerald Necklace, and the size of the park is so big, it spans three different Boston neighborhoods. The park has no shortage of walking and biking paths. It has also plenty of sports-related amenities in the park including multiple softball and little league fields, a soccer field (with goals), basketball courts and 2 different located of tennis courts. The park is also home to the Franklin Park Zoo, and the William J. Devine Memorial Golf Course, the 2nd old course in the nation.

This Park is Best For:

Franklin Park is typically best used for the following:

Biking

Running

Walking

Sports

Kids

Flying Kites

Basic Info

  • Size: Very large (527 Acres)
  • Terrain: Some Hills
  • Transportation: Car & Bus
  • Path Types: Cement, Gravel
  • Hours: 24 hours
  • Restrooms: Yes
  • Drinking Fountains: Yes
  • Benches: Yes
  • Lights: No

Park Amenities

  • Walking Trails
  • Bike Trails
  • Little League Field
  • Softball Field
  • Soccer Goals
  • Multi-Purpose Grass Field
  • Basketball Courts (2)
  • Tennis Courts (4)
  • Disc Golf Course
  • Outdoor Fitness Equipment
  • Public Art
  • Food Trucks (1) Northeast of the Border, Sat 12-7 pm
  • BBQ Grills

Franklin Park Map

Find parking, fields, playgrounds, picnic areas and more at Franklin Park.

Franklin Park map

Image Credit: jamaicaplainnews.com

Fast Facts About Franklin Park:

  • The park was eventually named in honor of Boston born patriot Benjamin Franklin, who documented in his will that he wished for a portion of his estate to be given to a worthy cause.
  • Located within Franklin Park, White Stadium is a now vacant football stadium with a a capacity of 10,000 seats. It was constructed and opened in 1949 as the site of many high school games, but is no longer used.

Directions

There are many different entrances to the park. Depending on the entrance, there may be either street parking, or a parking lot. There are also many buses to take.

Points of Interest

Schoolmaster Hill Picnic Area

Franklin Park Tennis Courts

The 99 Steps and Ellicott Arch

Athletic Fields

Elma Lewis Playhouse in the Park

Overlook Ruins

Shattuck Softball Field

Sausage Lot (Parking)

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