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Doherty Playground

Details unconfirmedPlayground · Boston, MA
Right now

A Charlestown Heights community park overlooking the Mystic River, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, with a playground, basketball courts, tot spray area, and the adjoining BCYF Clougherty outdoor pool.

What to expect

Dogs
Boston requires dogs to be leashed on a leash no longer than eight feet whenever they are off the owner's property, including in every city park, and kept under control at all times; the Public Garden bans dogs entirely. Posted signs at…
Accessibility
Clougherty Pool has a zero-entry design with a built-in wheelchair ramp
Managed by
Boston Parks and Recreation Department; BCYF Clougherty Pool operated by Boston Centers for Youth & Families 617-635-4505 · Website

What's here

On site

Restroom
Clougherty Pool bathhouse
Showers
Pool bathhouse has hot and cold showers

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Doherty Playground?
Boston requires dogs to be leashed on a leash no longer than eight feet whenever they are off the owner's property, including in every city park, and kept under control at all times; the Public Garden bans dogs entirely. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is Doherty Playground wheelchair accessible?
Clougherty Pool has a zero-entry design with a built-in wheelchair ramp

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (parking). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.