A bowl-shaped, retaining-wall-lined playground rebuilt and reopened in late 2023 with age-banded play areas, including a fenced 2-5 zone, a vortex splash pad, and new accessible pathways.
What to expect
Splash pad
Enlarged vortex splash pad added in the rebuild; season not published.
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
Brookline requires dogs to be held on a leash no longer than seven feet, except in areas designated as off-leash dog runs by the Park and Recreation Commission. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
Brookline parks and public open spaces may be used from dawn to dusk unless otherwise permitted. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Accessibility
Accessible pathways were added throughout the park in the 2023 rebuild.
Managed by
Brookline DPW Parks and Open Space Division
617-879-5650 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
Common questions
Yes, the 2023 rebuild added accessible pathways throughout, plus seat walls around the splash pad and basketball hoop.
Does Murphy Playground have a splash pad, and when does it run?
Enlarged vortex splash pad added in the rebuild; season not published.
Is there an entry fee at Murphy Playground?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Murphy Playground?
Brookline requires dogs to be held on a leash no longer than seven feet, except in areas designated as off-leash dog runs by the Park and Recreation Commission. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is Murphy Playground wheelchair accessible?
Accessible pathways were added throughout the park in the 2023 rebuild.
What rules should I know at Murphy Playground?
Dogs are not allowed on playground equipment areas per town-wide park rules; not a Green Dog participating park.