Kennedy Playground sits on the Neponset River in Mattapan and is being rebuilt as the anchor of the Edgewater Greenway project, which is opening roughly half a mile of previously inaccessible riverfront with a new trail, shade shelters, and a picnic pavilion; the trail extension is expected to open in mid-2026.
What to expect
Dogs
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and…
Hours
Open from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset as published by the National Weather Service, unless posted or permitted otherwise. Fishing, camping, snowmobiling and other authorized nighttime activities are not held…
Common questions
Is there an entry fee at Kennedy Playground?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Kennedy Playground?
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and search-dog training are excepted (302 CMR 12.13).