A small playground associated with a Watertown Housing Authority property in the west end of town. Which specific WHA development this refers to isn't confirmed.
What to expect
Entry fee
You don't need a pass for this spot; Watertown has no parking sticker or beach pass program and no municipal swim beach or pond; the city borders the Charles River but owns no swimming water. checked Jul 24, 2026
Dogs
Watertown bars dogs from most city parks, playgrounds, school grounds, and cemeteries; leashed dogs are allowed only on the marked paved paths of Whitney Hill, Arsenal, Linear, and Saltonstall parks, and off-leash only in the fenced dog…
Hours
Watertown's unlit parks are open 8:00 a.m. to dusk, and parks with lighting stay open until 10:00 p.m. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Managed by
Watertown Housing Authority
617-923-3950 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there an entry fee at W. Housing Proj. Playground?
You don't need a pass for this spot; Watertown has no parking sticker or beach pass program and no municipal swim beach or pond; the city borders the Charles River but owns no swimming water.
Can I bring my dog to W. Housing Proj. Playground?
Watertown bars dogs from most city parks, playgrounds, school grounds, and cemeteries; leashed dogs are allowed only on the marked paved paths of Whitney Hill, Arsenal, Linear, and Saltonstall parks, and off-leash only in the fenced dog parks. Posted signs at the site take precedence.