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
Dogs
Leash required; leashed dogs barred from the playground and fields.
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 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is Burncoat (North) Park open today?
Burncoat (North) Park is a public park in Worcester, MA. Posted hours: Closed to the public 10pm-5am citywide unless a permit authorizes otherwise..
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?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Burncoat (North) Park?
Leash required; leashed dogs barred from the playground and fields.
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.