The best parks & outdoor spots in Cambridge

5 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Parks & Outdoors · 5 places · showing the latest additions first

Parks & Outdoors

Manicured & landscaped walk on the marina with grassy seating areas, benches, tables & fire pits.

1 Courthouse Wy (Boston)

“Manicured & landscaped walk on the marina with grassy seating areas, benches, tables & fire pits.”

Parks & Outdoors

This green space along the river offers a walking/jogging path, various events & views of the city.

Storrow Dr (Boston)

“This green space along the river offers a walking/jogging path, various events & views of the city.”

Parks & Outdoors

This 17-acre park along the Charles River features a pool, historic buildings & an outdoor gym.

668 Memorial Dr

“This 17-acre park along the Charles River features a pool, historic buildings & an outdoor gym.”

Parks & Outdoors

Charming waterfront green space featuring a playground, baseball field & boat ramp, plus bike paths.

56 Pond Ln (Arlington)

“Charming waterfront green space featuring a playground, baseball field & boat ramp, plus bike paths.”

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Parks & Outdoors

Fun open-air place for toddlers and older kids featuring a ball field and multiple playgrounds with sprinklers and slides.

60 N Union St (Arlington)

“Fun open-air place for toddlers and older kids featuring a ball field and multiple playgrounds with sprinklers and slides.”