A 26-acre park on North Parkway built around two ponds, including Western Pond, which has doubled as a winter skating area since 1923. There's no formal parking lot, so most visitors walk in from the surrounding streets or the adjacent Wawecus Street school.
What to expect
Entry fee
Free, no admission fee
Hours
Closed to the public 10pm-5am citywide unless a permit authorizes otherwise.
Accessibility
Not detailed by the city; call Parks & Recreation at 508-799-1190.
Ice Skating
Allowed winter, when ice is declared safe
Managed by
Worcester Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division
508-799-1190 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
Common questions
Are there walking trails at Burncoat Park?
Yes, short wooded trails wind around the two ponds, though the park is fairly overgrown in places.
Is there an entry fee at Burncoat (North) Park?
Yes, Free, no admission fee
Can I bring my dog to Burncoat (North) Park?
Dogs are allowed. Leash rules and clean-up requirements usually apply, so check posted signs.
Is Burncoat (North) Park wheelchair accessible?
Not detailed by the city; call Parks & Recreation at 508-799-1190.
What rules should I know at Burncoat (North) Park?
No ice skating citywide except at Elm Park and University Park Pond, but Western Pond at Burncoat has a documented history as a skating site; confirm current designation with Parks & Recreation.