Coal Mine Brook

Coal Mine Brook features upgrades to the East West Trail Network, a new playground and a state of the art adult fitness area. This park was renovated and officially opened in Fall 2023.

The playground includes a modern jungle gym with net and rock-wall climbing features, circular net swings, an animal themed see-saw, climbing structures and slides! The ground around the playground and fitness area is made of poured-in-place rubber for improved safety and comfort. There are picnic areas and benches with companion seating nearby for relaxing at the park. You can enjoy beautiful views of Lake Quinsigamond as well!

Playground at Coal Mine Brook Park

Fitness Fun

This park includes a state-of-the-art adult fitness center. Get your workout on under the canopy on the outdoor ellipticals, pull-up and climbing bars, step-ups and see how high you can jump!

Nature Trail

This park includes the north end of the East Side Trail that runs through this section of Worcester, ending at East Park. This trail includes a fully accessible walkway with overlooks of Coal Mine Brook. Educational, environmental and wildlife kiosks are also present at these overlooks!

East Side Trail

Learn more about the history and view the map of the East Side Trail that runs from East Park to Lake Quinsigamond.

Trail Map

Also Check Out

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

Holland Rink Playground

District: 2

Located on the corner of I-290 and Lincoln Street, this 3.9 acre park has a playground, two basketball courts, a small baseball diamond and a walkway and benches around the park. Holland Rink Playground was originally a part of Green Hill Park, until I-290 was built in 1967.

Ty Cobb Park

District: 5

Ty Cobb Park is located on James Street near the Worcester-Auburn line. This park features two little league baseball fields and a softball field. Ty Cobb Park is the home of Ty Cobb Little League, which was established in 1952, being one of the first three Little Leagues in Worcester.

Oakland Heights Playground

District: 3

Oakland Heights Playground is a neighborhood park located off of Route-20. It is surrounded on three sides by residences (on the north, south and west), with land owned by a church to the east. The Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary is located to the east and north of the church property.

Quick Facts

Location: 616 Plantation Street - Map

District: 2

Size: 4.67 acres

Parking Lot(s): Yes

Features:

Nature Trail(s)
Picnic Area
Playground

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Contact Information

Address

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

Contact

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

Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.