A 4.6-acre park on Grasmere Street off Hunnewell Avenue, alongside the Massachusetts Turnpike, with a large level lawn, a regulation softball field, an elementary soccer/lacrosse field, a fenced pre-school play area with swings, and one of Newton's fully-fenced off-leash dog areas.
What to expect
Ages
Pre-school play area with swings.
Entry fee
None to enter; an off-leash dog permit/medallion ($70-75/year) is required to use the off-leash area. checked Jul 15, 2026
Dogs
Off-leash is allowed in the fenced off-leash recreation area only, year round dawn to dusk; dogs must be leashed elsewhere in the park.
Hours
Newton parks and playgrounds generally operate dawn to dusk.
Accessibility
Not specified.
Managed by
City of Newton Parks and Recreation Department
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On site
Waste-bag dispensers
Waste-bag stations typical of Newton's off-leash areas.
Common questions
Do I need a permit for off-leash time?
Yes, an off-leash medallion from the City Clerk's office ($70 spayed/neutered, $75 unfixed) is required.
What ages is Hunnewell Playground best for?
Pre-school play area with swings.
What's the surface at Hunnewell Playground?
Grass/turf lawn. Poured-rubber and mats stay cooler and are easier for wheels than sand or mulch.
Is there an entry fee at Hunnewell Playground?
None to enter; an off-leash dog permit/medallion ($70-75/year) is required to use the off-leash area.
Can I bring my dog to Hunnewell Playground?
Off-leash is allowed in the fenced off-leash recreation area only, year round dawn to dusk; dogs must be leashed elsewhere in the park.
Is Hunnewell Playground wheelchair accessible?
Not specified.
What rules should I know at Hunnewell Playground?
Off-leash permit required; dogs must be kept in sight and under voice control; owners must pick up waste.