Dane Park is Brookline's only passive wooded park, a former volcanic outcrop turned nature area with a small pond, a boardwalk overlook, and a handicapped-accessible trail loop reached from Hammond Street.
What to expect
Dogs
Not listed in the Green Dog off-leash program; general town leash law applies
Accessibility
A 2009 renovation added a handicapped-accessible trail and a short boardwalk with a scenic overlook
Managed by
Brookline DPW, Parks and Open Space Division
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On site
Playground
No traditional playground equipment; the park is built around trails and passive nature use
Info kiosk
Informational kiosk on the accessible trail
Not here
No drinking water
Not listed among park amenities
Common questions
Dane Park is a public park in Brookline, MA. Posted hours: Dawn to dusk.
Are there walking trails?
Yes, a short loop trail with boardwalk sections and a scenic overlook, added in a 2009 renovation.
Part of the loop is a handicapped-accessible trail with a boardwalk; the rest is natural surface.
Dane Park isn't one of the town's designated off-leash areas, so the standard leash rule applies.
Where do I park at Dane Park?
Free lot (Free).
Is there an entry fee at Dane Park?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to Dane Park?
Not listed in the Green Dog off-leash program; general town leash law applies
Is Dane Park wheelchair accessible?
A 2009 renovation added a handicapped-accessible trail and a short boardwalk with a scenic overlook
What rules should I know at Dane Park?
Alcohol, ground fires, and smoking are prohibited; dogs must be leashed.