Grossman Park is a roughly 50-acre stretch of wetland and upland along Black's Creek, given to the city by the Grossman family in the 1960s and now used for shoreline walking, birding, and fishing next to Merrymount Park's salt marsh.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
Paved 0.4-mile loop path plus a forested nature trail along Black's Creek, connecting into Merrymount Park.
Dogs
Quincy requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property; an unleashed dog draws a $50 fine, and the Quarry Street dog park is the off-leash exception. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Hours
Quincy prohibits remaining in a park or playground from one hour after sunset until one hour before sunrise. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Quincy Department of Natural Resources
617-376-1000 · WebsiteCommon questions
Can you kayak on Black's Creek?
Yes, kayaking and shoreline walking are common uses of Black's Creek alongside fishing and birding.
Where do I park at Grossman Park - Black's Creek?
Free lot (free).
Can I bring my dog to Grossman Park - Black's Creek?
Quincy requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property; an unleashed dog draws a $50 fine, and the Quarry Street dog park is the off-leash exception. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.