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Waltham Common

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Waltham Common, Waltham, Massachusetts
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What to expect

Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted per citywide leash law (10 ft max leash).
Managed by
City of Waltham (781) 314-3475 · Website

Common questions

What are the monuments on the common?
The common holds a granite obelisk (1867), a statue of Civil War-era Governor Nathaniel Banks (1909), a copy of the Spanish-American War memorial 'The Hiker,' and a 1984 centennial marker.
Can I bring my dog to Waltham Common?
Leashed dogs permitted per citywide leash law (10 ft max leash).
What rules should I know at Waltham Common?
Open containers of alcohol are prohibited in Waltham public parks without a permit.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (parking, hours, restrooms). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-11-06.