An 11-acre city conservation parcel along Forest Street between Gann Academy and the Girl Scouts' Cedar Hill Reservation, protecting a stream that drains from Mount Enoch into Clematis Brook and provides habitat for painted turtles.
What to expect
Entry fee
None; free. checked Jul 15, 2026
Dogs
Waltham requires every dog in a street or public place, including its parks and playgrounds, to be effectively restrained on a leash no longer than 10 feet. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Waltham Conservation Commission
781-314-3845 · WebsiteWhat's here
Not here
No info kiosk
Not confirmed.
Worth knowing
- The parcel sits at the southwest corner of the former Fernald Center grounds, originally part of a larger tract deeded to the city by the estate of Cornelia Warren.
Common questions
What makes this parcel protected?
A stream running from Mount Enoch through the site connects to Clematis Brook and supports painted turtles, a state species of special concern, which keeps the wetland under state protection.
Is there an entry fee at Forest Street Park?
None; free.
Can I bring my dog to Forest Street Park?
Waltham requires every dog in a street or public place, including its parks and playgrounds, to be effectively restrained on a leash no longer than 10 feet. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.