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Pond Street Playground

Details unconfirmedPlayground · Winthrop, MA
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A playground and four basketball courts at the corner of Highland Street and Pond Avenue in the Winthrop Highlands, with its own public parking lot next door. It carries a memorial dedication to Nils "Swede" Nelson, a Winthrop native and 1920 Rose Bowl-winning Harvard football player.

What to expect

Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Not confirmed
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed and under control on town property. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Ball Sports
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Winthrop Parks & Recreation 617-846-8243 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed

Common questions

Where do I park at Pond Street Playground?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Pond Street Playground?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to Pond Street Playground?
Dogs must be leashed and under control on town property. Posted signs at the site take precedence.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (hours, accessibility). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-07-22. Official source. Updated 2026-08-14.