Furnace Brook Parkway is a historic 1904-1916 parkway that connects the Blue Hills Reservation to Quincy Shore Reservation, following Furnace Brook and Black's Creek through the middle of the city. It reads as a green connector for walking and biking more than a destination park, with several small parking areas along its length.
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…
Managed by
Department of Conservation and Recreation
WebsiteCommon questions
Does Furnace Brook Parkway connect to the Blue Hills trails?
Yes, it functions as the historic connector between the Blue Hills Reservation and Quincy Shore Reservation, and a nearby Ricciuti Drive access point leads toward the Skyline Trail.
Can I bring my dog to Furnace Brook Parkway?
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).