USACE flood control project. Dry-bed reservoir flood control project with river system (on the French River) and many types of wetlands. Over 20 miles of trails, The Midstate Trail crosses it. Much wildlife to see. No established recreation area. Dogs, on leash allowed on all 600+ acres. Location: End of Howarth Road. Directions: I-395, exit 4B. Straight at the lights, turn right onto Howarth Road to end.

USACE flood control project. 200 acre reservoir with 7.2 mile loop trail. 27 hole disc golf course at dam site. Day use park off Oxford Road, boat launch across the street. Dogs allowed on whole project (except sandy beach), on leash. Location: End of Buffums Dam Road. Directions: I-395, exit 4B. Straight at the light, take left on Buffums Dam Road to end.

Off leash path surrounds Fresh Pond Resevoir. Often there are many other dogs to interact with and there are a few ponds for those interested in a doggie paddle. Must have Cambridge resident sticker to park. Litter bags and trash barrels available. 2 sources of water. dogs restricted from running on grassy areas; The only dogs allowed off-leash at Fresh Pond are Cambridge resident dogs with an off-leash tag (permit) which is only available to Cambridge residents who purchase one. For these ‘off-leash permit’ dogs, they are building a new open grass play area for off-leash play on the side closest to the big rotary, but again only open to residents who purchased the off-leash tag. All other dogs are considered ‘visiting dogs’ will be required to be on-leash and will be fined for off-leash violations. One place to swim. Location: 250 Fresh Pond Pkwy.

Small fenced in area in heart of Boston, bench. Very small, but convenient to Back Bay dogs. (Needs a little TLC. Volunteers needed to help clean it up.) Location: Beacon St. and Massachusetts Ave. (next to the bridge). Directions: Go to the intersection of Mass. and Beacon. Walk towards the bridge on Mass. you will see the stairs to the dog run on the left hand side.

Located on Washington Street and Berkeley St. Fenced, trees, tables.

Miles of trails for hiking and cross country skiing in acres of woodlands. Very out of the way – you rarely encounter other hikers on these trails. No ponds or streams. Location: Taylor Road or Route 117. Directions: Park at Pompositticut School on Rt 117 in Stow when school is not in session or parking area on Taylor Road (anytime). Rt 117 to Packard Road, left on Taylor Road.

Ponds, trails, bathroom, Extreme Frisbee. Picnic Tables, Birdhouses, Just a nice place. Location: Buffum St. Directions: Exit 4B off 395 south. Straight thru lights, turn left onto Buffum St. Go straight to End.

Trails ranging from expert terrain to wide and flat make the Delaney Flood Control Area ideal for anyone from kids to the avid outdoorsman to enjoy. The flood control area extends into neighboring Harvard. Boating-non motor, fresh water fishing, nature observing, picnicking, walking/jogging. Location: Entrance on Harvard Road.

2 mile trail loop through wooded area, other cross trails. Leash-free, well marked trails. Lots of other dogs, particularly late pm and Sunday morning. Gathering spot is large open field w/pond, off School Street, behind South Acton Fire Station. Location: School Street. Directions: From south: Take 27 north, turn right at light onto school street after crossing railroad bridge. From North: Take 27 south, turn left onto School Street at light, before railroad bridge. From East: Take Route 2 west to Route 117 exit, at light turn left onto Route 27 S. Turn left at light before railroad bridge onto School Street. From West, Take Route 2E to rt. 27 exit. Turn left off ramp, heading toward Maynard. Go straight through first light. Turn left at next light onto School Street. From 117: take 117 to rt. 27 North. Follow directions for ‘From South.’

Dogs must be licensed. Other restrictions apply. Location: Summer Street at Putnam Street.

Lush sunny fields, lots of dogs of leash, small pond dogs can swim in, bike trails, and shaded open forest too. Dog heaven. Very limited parking on North. Please be considerate of neighbors. Location: 56 North Street. Directions: Middlesex Turnpike off 128. East towards Arlington, 2nd set of lights make a right on Adams 4/10 mile, right on North St. Park 2/10 mile on left across from 56 North Street – or use Main Entrance. Pond is closer to North.

Any park or conservation area in Harvard or Bolton. Harvard and Bolton have no leash laws, so any public land is available to people walking their dogs off-leash. There are lots of conservation areas with trails; major ones include Clapp (off Rt 110 south of Rte 2), Delaney (off Finn Rd. in Harvard), Bowers Springs (Harvard Rd. in Bolton or Bolton Rd. in Harvard), Vaughan Hill (Green Road in Bolton), Bolton Flats (Rte. 110 in Bolton) and Powderhouse Hill (entrance behind Bolton Town Hall). Directions: I-495, exits for Route 111 (Harvard) and Route 117 (Bolton); or Route 2, exit for Routes 110/111 (Harvard).

Double entry fence with two very large fenced in fields, one for large dogs and one for small dogs. There are poop bags, benches, and shade, but no water. The park closes at sunset. Location: Asylum Avenue. Directions: Take a left on Asylum Avenue from Buttonwoods Avenue. Go to the end (residential area). You will see a big sign ‘Warwick City Park.’ Turn into the parking lot and take the main road down a while. Fenced in dog park is on the right.

Open Field and Trails – wide and narrow, Hills with brook and some benches. Location: Mower Street off of Pleasant Street. Directions: Follow Pleasant street towards Paxton. Take right at 4th ‘Mower Street’ – There will be a sign on the corner with an arrow saying Boynton Park.

Its Just a very small park, it was made for kids, there is a slide, a VERY tiny jungle gym and 2 little bouncer things, but anyways most people on our street just let the dogs loose, but it’s entirely gated in and great for dogs 🙂

Off leash dog park. Dirt paths and beach area. Large grassy hill. Dogs are allowed off leash. Usually bags and jugged water are available, provided by patrons of the park, Water bowls are also around the park for use. Local favorite of dog owners, a peninsula with only one gated entrance approx 1 mile walk around waterfront (inland ocean). Many dogs always off-leash, big field for running, bring poop bags and water. Location: Rte. 3A just over the bridge on the Hingham/Weymouth line. Directions: Rte 3A south across the bridge just into Hingham.

At least a hundred acres of non-working cranberry bogs, wide dirt trails and a sparkling clean pond for those whose dogs love water! This is a secluded heaven on earth. Location: Burrage Pond. Elm St. Halifax MA.

Bring your own poo pick-up bag. No water faucet, but there are some fresh water sources through out the park. Bare Cove Park consists of 469 acres located along the banks of the Weymouth Back River in the town of Hingham. Over three miles of paved roadways are perfect for hiking, bicycling, and jogging. Wooded paths provide opportunity for walks and contemplation. The park is open from dawn to dusk. Dogs under voice control allowed off-leash. Location: Two entrances: Fort Hill St. and Beal St. Directions: Parking and park entrances are located on Beal Street and off Fort Hill Street. From Fort Hill Street, turn at Thomas Auto Body and follow the signs.