31 Splash Pads in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Located just north of Kendall Square, Ahern Field offers outdoor recreational space.

Located across from the Baldwin School, Alden Park's playground includes a large slide and climbing structure. The park also offers waterplay, a sand play area, tables and seating, and a flexible open area for schoolyard games.

This park includes waterplay, play equipment for young children, and lawn areas. It is located near several athletic facilities.

Located on the corner of Hancock and Centre Streets, this park's playground and waterplay features are great play options for younger children.

A short walk from the Charles River, this park contains several amenities, including courts for basketball and street hockey, ample seating areas, and a playground with waterplay.

In many ways the quintessential neighborhood square, Dana Park includes well-shaded paths and benches and an oval lawn that invites a host of activities, including family picnics, recreational play, and evening dog walks. The park provides a secluded oasis and is one of the neighborhood's most popular gathering places.

Mayor Thomas W. Danehy Park includes a wide range of amenities including sports fields, multiple playgrounds, a full-size track, and a universal design playground. It's a community hub for events like Danehy Park Family Day and a favorite winter sledding spot. Accessible via entrances and parking lots on New Street and Sherman Street.

This corner park, also known as Old Morse Park, includes outdoor ping-pong tables, a full-size basketball court that can also be used for street hockey, and a nicely landscaped lawn and plaza for sitting, reading, or resting.

Located near the King Open School and Frisoli Youth Center, there is always activity at Donnelly Field, a large recreational area with three baseball diamonds and shared lawn space. The area is commonly used for practice and games by recreational sports leagues.

Commonly known as the Tobin School Playground, this park is located on the grounds of John M. Tobin Elementary School. The park is currently being renovated by the City.

Parking available in lot.Parking is available on the stadium side of the complex. Pool is managed by the City of Somerville. Check their website for information on fees and activities.

Surrounded by large trees, this park provides a shaded urban oasis, complete with tables, benches, and waterplay.

This park offers a range of play opportunities, especially for young children. These features include blocks, waterplay, sand play, and a water pump table.

Located one block from Cambridge Street, this small neighborhood park includes a full-sized playground, waterplay feature, benches, and a shaded lawn area.

Gold Star Mothers Park, also known as Gore Street Park, provides opportunities for active recreation, quiet relaxation, exercise, and community gatherings. The park is located next to the Simoni Skating Rink, a public skating rink owned and managed by DCR.

Located next to Valente Library, Gold Star Pool is a seasonal destination with two pools and changing facilities.

Greene • Rose Heritage Park offers a vast array of recreational opportunities for the community to enjoy. Located on Harvard Street between Windsor and Moore Streets, the park includes a variety of features and serves as a vibrant neighborhood space.

Tucked into a side lot on Hurley Street, this park offers a large playground with shade structures and a small community garden.

Located in front of the Cambridge Public Library's Main Branch and Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, Joan Lorentz Park draws a cross-section of community members. The park includes an enclosed playground, tennis courts, and an expansive lawn for reading, picnicking, and events. It offers a convenient connection between Broadway and Cambridge Streets for pedestrians and cyclists.

Located at the Kennedy-Longfellow School, this playground includes climbing structures, swings, and waterplay. It's available to students during recess and open to the community after school hours.

This tot lot provides a sand and waterplay area, which features a castle constructed of building blocks as its centerpiece. Visitors can play with additional oversized building blocks stored at the park.

Situated across from the Charles River, this park features a variety of sitting areas, including picnic tables, waterplay, and a central open lawn with views of the river.

Metered street parking is available. Year round parking fee $1.25 per hour. The Annual DCR ParksPass is not valid at Draw Seven Park

This tot lot features water play, a sand area, and climbing structures for younger children. It also includes a half basketball court and shaded bench seating.

This tot-lot, located across from Clement G. Morgan Park, includes a playground and waterplay.

This neighborhood park includes half-court basketball, play areas, and a shaded lawn for picnicking, playing, and relaxing.

This park features a central seating area surrounded by a playground, community garden, basketball and tennis courts, and an open grassy area.

Located next to the Moses Youth Center, this park includes multi-purpose playing fields, a playground, waterplay, and basketball courts connected by walking paths.

This privately-owned public space (POPS), located in the emerging Cambridge Crossing district, is open to the public and hosts community events and concerts.

This new park includes a park green with both flat and sloped lawn, as well as a play hill that provides an immersive play landscape. The green can be a space for community events as well as laying out in the sun in the warmer months and sledding in the winter. A walking path loops around the field area and connects to tables and seating located around the park.

This Olympic-length swimming pool is located at Magazine Beach. Swim lessons are offered at the pool, and lifeguards are on duty while it's open during the summer season. The pool is owned and managed by DCR.