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Boynton Park is Worcester's second largest city-park, physically located within the town of Paxton. It features a baseball diamond, a picnic area and many hiking and nature trails around the park, which connect to many other publicly accessible green spaces. Silver Spring cuts through the middle of Boynton Park.

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View some of the other parks in the City. Get out and explore!

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Ball Property Entrance Sign with Trees in Background

Ball Property

District: 3

The Harvey Ball Conservation Area, also known as Ball Property, is a City park consisting only of a nature trail. This conservation area is used as a wildlife sanctuary. Located along the Blackstone River and Broad Meadow Brook Trail, this area is known as the "Smiley Face" Trail.
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Cookson Field Silver Climbing Structures

Cookson Field

District: 4

Cookson Field is located within the College Hill residential neighborhood in south-central Worcester, near Holy Cross College and the Auburn border. The park site was purchased by the City of Worcester on June 3, 1936 from Herbert E. Howe, and named for Mayor Walter Cookson.
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Vernon Hill Pool with Swimmers

Vernon Hill Park

District: 3

Vernon Hill Park is a 15-acre park located atop Vernon Hill. This park features a playground, two baseball fields, two softball fields, a basketball court, a swimming pool and a dog park! It is the home of East Side Babe Ruth. Vernon Hill Dog Park is the first ever dog park to open in Worcester.

Quick Facts

Location: 599 Mower Street - Map

District: 5

Size: 89.3 acres

Parking Lot(s): No

Features:

  • Nature Trail(s)
  • Picnic Area
  • Softball Diamond
  • Water Access

Contact Information

Address

Parks & Recreation
50 Officer Manny Familia Way
Worcester, MA 01605

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Phone: 508-799-1190
Fax: 508-799-1293
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