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Brookline Reservoir Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 562 Google reviews · Running trail in Brookline, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Brookline Reservoir Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
A walking/jogging track surrounds a reservoir anchoring this 32-acre recreation & fishing area.
What runners say about Brookline Reservoir Park
“Parking is generally easy, and the park is dog-friendly, with a clean environment, restrooms, and several benches to relax and enjoy the scenery.”
“Brookline Reservoir Park is a beautiful and peaceful spot, perfect for walking, jogging, or a short run.”
“Brookline Reservoir Park is a beautiful and peaceful spot, perfect for walking, jogging, or a short run.”
“Brookline Reservoir Park is a beautiful and peaceful spot, perfect for walking, jogging, or a short run.”
Easy parking, nice 1+ mile loop, better on a sunny day. Construction makes getting a place to park difficult 8/26. But still is a good place to walk. Water level is getting low. Mid afternoon was quiet.
It’s a beautiful, divine spot to enjoy a calm and peaceful one-mile walk or jog. There’s adorable ducks enjoying the water and some truly wonderful views in a serene atmosphere.
I been coming here for years. This is a beautiful walking area. You can also bring your dog 🐶 if it’s leashed. Different ways to enter and they have street parking 🅿️. They now have a bathroom opened. Not sure if it’s opened year round. They also have a water fountain for you & your dog . 🙏🏼
A newly renovated park/pond area. Very nice to walk/run around, or have an impromptu picnic. Its OK for fishing as well, especially with kids, but don't expect to catch any big fish.
Trail conditions & character
“Brookline Reservoir Park is a beautiful and peaceful spot, perfect for walking, jogging, or a short run.”
“Brookline Reservoir Park is a beautiful and peaceful spot, perfect for walking, jogging, or a short run.”
“Parking is generally easy, and the park is dog-friendly, with a clean environment, restrooms, and several benches to relax and enjoy the scenery.”
“Parking is generally easy, and the park is dog-friendly, with a clean environment, restrooms, and several benches to relax and enjoy the scenery.”
“The loop around the pond is just under 1 mile (about 1.”
“Parking is generally easy, and the park is dog-friendly, with a clean environment, restrooms, and several benches to relax and enjoy the scenery.”
Plan your run at Brookline Reservoir Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitebrooklinema.gov
- Phone(617) 730-2088
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–7 PM |
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