Danehy Park
7.7Friend Score / 10#11 of 12 Parks & Outdoors in Boston
free
Known forCambridgecommunity parkdog-friendlylocal favorite
A large, well-maintained Cambridge park built on a former landfill with athletic fields, a dog park, playgrounds, and open green space that locals actually use rather than photograph. It's a genuine community park with pickup soccer, kite flying, and weekend family gatherings that feel refreshingly un-touristy. The park is flat and open, which means little shade on hot days — bring sunscreen.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
|---|---|
| Price | free |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | — |
| Time needed | — |
| Best time to go | — |
| Last verified | July 14, 2026 |
Friend Score
7.7/10- Value9.5
- iconic5.0
- excellence7.5
- Crowd level5.0
- Authenticity9.0
- Accessibility7.0
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