Griggs Park

Oasis in the city; less than a mile from The Fenway. This little park is surrounded by nice homes but also in the shadows of apartment buildings, off the beaten path. It is clean and surprisingly quiet.
Note: dawn to 1:00 PM are «off-​leash» hours for dogs and their owners. Technically all other open hours dogs should be leashed. But, there are many. many people that walk their dogs unleashed at all hours because the park is fenced in, entirely.

We are so lucky to have so many green spaces in Brookline, and Griggs Park is one of our favorites. We bring our daughter to this park at least once a day to play in the grass or enjoy the playground equipment. There are lots of wonderful shade trees, weeping willows, and benches for a lovely and relaxing day at the park. I wish there was more than one picnic table, but somehow it is always available when I’ve needed it so I probably should not complain!

It’s great for families, but it’s disappointing there isn’t a fenced in areas for dogs. We likely won’t be coming back, but if you live nearby it’s a really relaxing place to be.

Griggs park has won over me and my dog. After visiting the Brookline area dog parks, we noticed that the people are especially friendly and warm at Griggs, not to mention that it’s beautiful with the willows and greenery. Off leash dog hours are from dawn till 1pm which is nice and even though there are a couple of gaps in the fence around Griggs, the dogs typically stick together rather than running out. My dog and I love and appreciate the warmth and peacefulness of Griggs. The noon time group is our favorite play hour. If you’re new to the area or to the dog city scene, it’s a great way to get to know some nice neighborhood folks.

I love Griggs Park. I call it the «fairytail» park. It’s a little marshy park tucked behind houses near Washington Square and Brookline Village. Hidden, disclosed, unqiue… all of the traits of a truly hidden jem!
The actual park has a little pavement path that goes in a circle and is great for parents and babysitters that want to plunk down on a bench and watch the kiddies fly by on their bikes, scooters, etc. There is also a circular tire swing, which is always a hit with the kids. There are lots of benches and shady trees to sit under, as well as a middle lush area of trees that the kids always explore.
This park is also «green dog friendly» which means a lot of dog owners let their pups run free. It’s always a cute thing to be near.
I have had picnics here, taken kids I babysit and would suggest drinking a certain brand of blueberry adult beverages that come in brown bottles underneath the summer trees with a friend. It’s quiet some nights and the kids can almost disappear from the park, perfect shared space!
Also, being that fall is approaching, make sure to go check out some beautiful trees changing color in Brookline!

This park makes me wish I had a dog. It’s mostly surrounded by fences, has a lot of open areas that are perfect for fetch, and nice little shady spots under trees to relax with your little guy (or girl) after exercising. Best of all, thanks to the Brookline Green Dog Program, off-​leash hours for this park last from dawn to 1pm.
Alas, my dog is still living in Florida, enjoying the year-​round warm weather, scenic beaches, and early bird-​specials at the local Golden Corral. Too bad. He would love this park.

Our dog Riley loves this little park. It’s a short walk from our home and set smack dab in the middle of a residential area. A meandering walkway circles the park, which is partially enclosed by a fence. Weeping willows and shady trees offer a lush canopy for laying out with a book or a picnic. Sometimes I see ducks in the teensy tiny pond.
There are always children romping about in the playground area, and dogs chasing eachother’s tails while their owners gather to catch up on all the local neighborhood gossip. Plus there are a couple trash barrels at each end of the park (mainly for all the dog owners to drop poop into, but also so you don’t litter!), which is quite convenient. I don’t like having to carry Riley’s poop home :)

this fantastic little park is literally at my doorstep.
Its great for short strolls and laying out with a book in the summer.
In the spring, there are gorgeous flowering trees and huge airy willow trees. Its a perfect piece of nature to balance out the rough edges of city life.

During the warm months of Boston, this park is perfect for getting away so that you can be with a person that you love. I should probably keep this jewel a secret, but I just can’t. Beautiful places of green should be shared by everyone. (Pst. Check out the photos I uploaded and you’ll see what I mean)
It’s an easy walk from Washington Square on the C-​line down Washington Street, you keep walking until you see «Griggs Road» on your left and there you’ll find a small, beautiful plot of green that Brookline goers know about when you stumble upon it. There are BEAUTIFUL weeping willows, green grass, a small playground for children, a sidewalk, a small pond (Very small and sometimes a little murky) and a large plot of green where lots of people like to play sports.
This is the perfect spot to take your children if you live in Brookline or a good spot to hang out on a spring or summer day with someone you love. I recommend having a picnic lunch here, you can watch the children and their parents play – and relax. This is a little oasis shared by few people – a true neighborhood spot and the perfect place to go for a walk. I then recommend going back up Washington Square and finishing off your day with a beer at the Publick House or some desserts from Athans. So wonderful!