A 60-acre waterfront park bordering Carson Beach and Old Colony Avenue, South Boston's biggest green space with ballfields, a splash pad and two playgrounds (Dorothy Curran and the Preble Circle tot lot). It's currently the subject of a major city redesign initiative for climate resilience.
What to expect
Trails
Paved walking paths loop the park with a couple of well-worn dirt paths
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted on the park's walking paths (no dedicated off-leash dog park)
Hours
Boston parks are closed to the public from 11:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily, apart from passing through, unless posted otherwise; Boston Common, the Public Garden, and the Commonwealth Avenue Mall run 6:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Accessibility
Accessible parking spaces at multiple lots (near Saunders Stadium, roller hockey rink and Carson Beach); paved paths throughout
Managed by
Boston Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with the Moakley Park Trust
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On site
Playground
Two playgrounds: the Dorothy Curran playground for a range of ages, and the Preble Circle tot lot for younger kids
Restroom
Portable toilets throughout the park
Restroom
Seasonal flush toilets at Edward J. McCormack Bath House (Carson Beach) and at the field house during events
Drinking water
Drinking fountains and bottle-filling stations throughout the park
Common questions
Is parking easy at Moakley Park?
No, parking is limited; the park's own visitor guidance recommends public transit, biking or drop-off during peak hours, with small free lots near Saunders Stadium, the roller hockey rink and Carson Beach.
Is there an entry fee at Joe Moakley Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Joe Moakley Park?
Leashed dogs permitted on the park's walking paths (no dedicated off-leash dog park)
Is Joe Moakley Park wheelchair accessible?
Accessible parking spaces at multiple lots (near Saunders Stadium, roller hockey rink and Carson Beach); paved paths throughout