Butler's Pond is a small urban pond off Merrymount, Marginal, and Butler Roads that was fully restored after years of eutrophication, invasive weeds, and a broken fence; it now supports muskrats, painted and snapping turtles, and a resident flock of ducks. In cold winters it becomes an informal neighborhood skating spot.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
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.
Ice-Skating
Allowed deep winter, informal, ice conditions not monitored
Managed by
Quincy Department of Natural Resources, with Friends of Butler's Pond volunteer stewardship
WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Benches
Community-added rain gardens and stormwater filtration line the shore.
Common questions
Can you swim in Butler's Pond?
No, it is a restored stormwater and wildlife pond rather than a supervised swimming spot.
Can you ice skate on Butler's Pond?
Longtime neighbors have skated there in the depths of winter when a hard freeze beats the snow, but it is informal and not maintained or monitored for ice safety.
Where do I park at Butler's Pond?
Free lot (free).
Can I bring my dog to Butler's Pond?
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.
What rules should I know at Butler's Pond?
Ice skating here is informal and not monitored for ice safety; conditions depend on a hard freeze without snow cover.