Pope John Paul II Park Reservation is a 66-acre DCR park reclaimed from a former landfill and drive-in on the Neponset River, with restored salt marsh, picnic areas, soccer fields, walking paths, and a public dock with a canoe/kayak launch.
What to expect
Dogs
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and…
Hours
Open from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset as published by the National Weather Service, unless posted or permitted otherwise. Fishing, camping, snowmobiling and other authorized nighttime activities are not held…
Kayak
Allowed not restricted; ice-free months typical
Fishing
Allowed year-round, per MA fishing regs
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Common questions
Is Pope John Paul II Park Reservation open today?
Pope John Paul II Park Reservation is a public park in Boston, MA. Posted hours: Open from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset as published by the National Weather Service, unless posted or permitted otherwise. Fishing, camping, snowmobiling and other….
Is there an entry fee at Pope John Paul II Park Reservation?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Pope John Paul II Park Reservation?
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and search-dog training are excepted (302 CMR 12.13).