The Park Circle Water Tower is a 1920s Classical Revival water tank on Arlington's highest hill, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, but its grounds are normally closed except for occasional MWRA open-house tours.
What to expect
Entry fee
You don't need a parking sticker for this spot; Arlington charges no parking sticker at its ordinary parks and fields; only Reservoir Beach on the Arlington Reservoir runs a separate resident and non-resident season swim membership. checked Jul 24, 2026
Dogs
Arlington requires dogs off the owner's property to be on a leash no longer than six feet, keeps them at least 15 feet from playground equipment, and bars them from baseball diamonds; a few parks allow off-leash hours from 6:00 to 9:00…
Common questions
Is there an entry fee at Park Circle Water Tower?
Yes, You don't need a parking sticker for this spot; Arlington charges no parking sticker at its ordinary parks and fields; only Reservoir Beach on the Arlington Reservoir runs a separate resident and non-resident season swim membership.
Can I bring my dog to Park Circle Water Tower?
Arlington requires dogs off the owner's property to be on a leash no longer than six feet, keeps them at least 15 feet from playground equipment, and bars them from baseball diamonds; a few parks allow off-leash hours from 6:00 to 9:00 a.m. Posted signs at the site take precedence.