A 5.5-acre park built into a former puddingstone quarry near Brigham Circle in Mission Hill, entered through carved-stone gate pillars and laced with paths through wildflower meadows up to a hilltop lawn with downtown skyline views.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Free, no admission
Hours
Open 6am-11:30pm daily (citywide Boston park regulation)
Accessibility
Arcing paths wind up gentle slopes rather than stairs, but no official ADA statement found; the site is built on a former quarry with meaningful grade change
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Boston Parks and Recreation Department
617-635-4505 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
Common questions
Who is the park named for?
Kevin W. Fitzgerald, a 27-year state representative, youth advocate, and cofounder of the Center for the Study of Sport in Society at nearby Northeastern; the park was renamed for him in 2006 (formerly Puddingstone Park).
Where do I park at Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park?
Yes, Free, no admission
Can I bring my dog to Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park?
Dogs are allowed. Leash rules and clean-up requirements usually apply, so check posted signs.
Is Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park wheelchair accessible?
Arcing paths wind up gentle slopes rather than stairs, but no official ADA statement found; the site is built on a former quarry with meaningful grade change
What rules should I know at Kevin W. Fitzgerald Park?
Alcohol prohibited in all Boston parks.
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