A 23.8-acre former farm (Basler's Farm, acquired by the town in 1970) with 0.62 miles of easy-to-moderate walking trails through wetlands, woods and open fields along Smelt Brook. It is commonly signed and mapped as Pawtuxet Park, though the town's own materials use Patuxet.
What to expect
Trails
0.62 miles, easy to moderate, through wetlands, woods and open fields with a hilltop bench area and a footbridge over Smelt Brook
Dogs
No dog may be in any public place, or on any land or way in Kingston, unless it is on a leash or an effective tether designed for dogs and under the control of its owner or keeper. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Accessibility
No ADA access
Birdwatching
Allowed Year-round
Managed by
Town of Kingston Conservation Department 781-585-0517 ·
What's here
On site
Playground
None; this is a walking-trail park, not a play area
Common questions
Is Patuxet Park open today?
Patuxet Park is a public park in Kingston, MA. There is no live closure feed for parks; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Are there walking trails?
Yes, a 0.62-mile easy-to-moderate loop through wetlands, woods and open fields, with views of Smelt Brook and occasional glimpses of Foundry Pond.
No, there's no ADA-compliant path here; the trail crosses a footbridge and uneven ground.
No, this is a passive walking-trail park with no play equipment.
Can I bring my dog to Patuxet Park?
No dog may be in any public place, or on any land or way in Kingston, unless it is on a leash or an effective tether designed for dogs and under the control of its owner or keeper. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is Patuxet Park wheelchair accessible?
No ADA access
What rules should I know at Patuxet Park?
Hunting is not permitted on the property.