About This Exhibition
Danehy Park is Cambridge's largest active recreation park, covering 50 acres on a beautifully reclaimed former landfill site. The park features athletic fields for soccer, softball, and cricket, a quarter-mile walking track, rolling hills that are perfect for sledding in winter and kite-flying in spring, and a popular playground. The elevated terrain offers surprising views of the Boston skyline. It's where Cambridge goes to play — less touristy than riverfront parks and beloved by residents.
Exhibition Highlights
Visitor's Advisory
- 1.The hills are Cambridge's best sledding spot in winter
- 2.Great for kite-flying on windy days
- 3.Less crowded than riverfront parks — a local favorite
- 4.Cricket matches on weekends are fun to watch
- 5.Bring a picnic — there are plenty of spots with views
Arriving by Rail
Nearby Exhibitions
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Where to Eat Nearby
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
Dawn to dusk daily
Admission
Free
Address
99 Sherman St, Cambridge, MA 02140
Best Time to Visit
Weekend mornings for sports atmosphere. Winter for sledding after snowfall.
Accessibility
Walking track is paved and accessible
“The squirrels here have seen more history than most professors.”
Every attraction tells a story. This one is yours to discover.