This playground and picnic area sit right beside Baker (Broady) Beach on Palmer Street in Germantown, with a small salt marsh edge behind the play area. It functions as the land-side companion to the adjacent swimming beach rather than a standalone park.
What to expect
Dogs
Quincy requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property; an unleashed dog draws a $50 fine, and the Quarry Street dog park is the off-leash exception.
Hours
Quincy prohibits remaining in a park or playground from one hour after sunset until one hour before sunrise.
Managed by
City of Quincy Department of Natural Resources, Park Division
617-376-1253 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there marsh habitat here?
A small salt marsh edge sits behind the playground, connected to the beach, though there is no formal boardwalk or interpretive signage documented.
Can I bring my dog to Baker Beach Playground and Salt Marsh?
Quincy requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property; an unleashed dog draws a $50 fine, and the Quarry Street dog park is the off-leash exception.