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Ramshorn Island is a small island on Lake Quinsigamond. This island is located on the south side of the newly renovated Burns Bridge. While many of the islands on Lake Quinsigamond are privately owned, Ramshorn Island is owned by the City of Worcester, therefore it is open to public use. 

Worcester's island park is currently only accessible by boat. This island became a city park in 1919 and was the former home of various boat clubs.

Explore

Ramshorn Island view from bridge

Explore each side of the island by walking the foot paths. See and experience the lake from a different standpoint. You can arrive by boat, kayak, paddleboard, etc.

Getting there is half the fun!

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Bancroft Tower at Salisbury Park

Salisbury Park

District: 1

Salisbury Park is home to Bancroft Tower and holds some of the most beautiful views of Worcester. It is located atop Prospect Hill on the northwestern end of the city. The summit has a 360-degree view of the city. A locator map in the stone walkway helps to identify the distant hills.
University (Crystal) Park Pond with Trees Around

University (Crystal) Park

District: 4

University Park is located in both a residential neighborhood and directly adjacent to a college campus. In the middle of the park is Crystal Pond, formerly used for swimming and ice skating. Today, activities on the Pond are limited to occasional paddle boating or toy boat races.
Oread Castle Playground Set

Oread Castle Park

District: 4

Oread Castle Park is a 3-acre park located in the Main South neighborhood. Before this was a City park, it was Oread Collegiate Institute, also known as "The Castle". It recently had a massive renovation and features basketball courts, futsal court overlay, playground, picnic tables and nature trails.

Quick Facts

Location: 422 Belmont Street - Map

District: 2

Size: 1.5 acres

Parking Lot(s): No

Features:

  • Nature Trail(s)
  • Water Access

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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
parks@worcesterma.gov
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