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Fisher Hill Reservoir Park

Open to the publicPond · Brookline, MAUpdated Aug 14, 2026
Fisher Hill Reservoir Park, Brookline, Massachusetts
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Right now

Fisher Hill Reservoir Park replaced a decommissioned MWRA drinking-water reservoir with a 10-acre park. The water body itself is gone, replaced by an athletic field, a wet-meadow boardwalk, and a log-built playground around the historic 1887 gatehouse.

What to expect

Parking
Free lot Free
Entry fee
Not confirmed
Dogs
Not part of the Green Dog off-leash program; general leash law applies
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Accessibility
Accessible walking paths throughout the site
Managed by
Brookline DPW, Parks and Open Space Division 617-730-2000 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Free lot
CostFree

What's here

On site

Restroom
Comfort station on site
Picnic area
Benches and picnic tables scattered throughout

Not here

No dock
No water body remains on site

Common questions

Is Fisher Hill Reservoir Park open today?
Fisher Hill Reservoir Park is a public pond in Brookline, MA. Posted hours: Dawn to dusk.
Can I swim here?
No, there's no water anymore. The town drained the old MWRA reservoir and rebuilt the site as a park.
Is there a playground?
Yes, a custom log-built play structure designed by artist Mitch Ryerson.
Where do I park and find a restroom?
A large on-site lot has an EV charger, and there's a seasonal comfort station.
Where do I park at Fisher Hill Reservoir Park?
Free lot (Free).
Is there an entry fee at Fisher Hill Reservoir Park?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to Fisher Hill Reservoir Park?
Not part of the Green Dog off-leash program; general leash law applies
Is Fisher Hill Reservoir Park wheelchair accessible?
Accessible walking paths throughout the site
What rules should I know at Fisher Hill Reservoir Park?
Alcohol, ground fires, and smoking are prohibited; dogs must be leashed.

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BetaDetails are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-07-15. Official source. Updated 2026-08-14.