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Spy Pond Park
56 Pond Ln, Arlington, MA 02474, United States
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Review №1

Beautiful view of the pond. there is a nice long bike path as well if you want to walk/ride along

Li
Review №2

Great park by a beautiful lake. There is a playground nearby for any little kids. There are areas of rocks and decks where you can overlook the lake. Very relaxing place. Good to eat lunch or just pass through on your walk. If you are biking on the bike bath nearby its always nice to stop at the park. After you visit the park you can go to the field and get back on to the bike path.

Ka
Review №3

A lovely gem of a place. Great sunsets. Lots of space to relax with a book or enjoy with the family. Easy access off the minuteman bike path

Br
Review №4

Used to live in the neighborhood in one of the apartment mid-rises a few blocks away. This park provided a much needed slice of nature in the city. Many evening walks were taken through the park and quiet moments sitting by the pond. Truthfully, my memories of this park are some of my fondest from the years I spent living in the area.

Kr
Review №5

Small park but well kept and used!

Da
Review №6

Nice pond and park side walk. Theres tables near the water where people normally eat with friends

ri
Review №7

Every evening I go for walk with my wife here. Beautiful natural calm place where you can meditate, walk, yoga, dinner and play.House for Lots of rabbits and ducks People also do kayaking and fishing. Also have little playground for kids.

Ro
Review №8

Opposite good hiking spot. Clean beach. Good facilities.Boating and kayaks available for rent.

Fa
Review №9

Lovely place. Theres a playground for kids, picnic tables, and a maintained boat ramp with free parking. The water is not clean--though not bad for an urban pond--and swimming is not allowed. For fishing, its fine, but shore access is limited, and its not stocked with trout unlike many nearby ponds.

Ni
Review №10

Very nice place, and well maintained. Sometime the Canadian geese can get a bit bold and noisy while youre trying to watch the sun set, but for the most part they mind their own business. Unfortunately they do poop all over the place. So watch your step in the grass.

Da
Review №11

Ok-ish. small amount of Pond access. dont expect to walk all the way around the pond you can only get 1/20th the way around.nice pond, but highway noise.

Ma
Review №12

Beautiful nice area to walk and just generally be there. The water is very calming and the playground is great for kids.

Mi
Review №13

Its calming and welcoming to all. Its also very well kept.

Mi
Review №14

Visited with my daughter yesterday. They have a group of volunteers that keep it clean. Been coming here since a kid. Didnt catch any fish, but had a great time. Arlington speed limit is 25. Dont go over that , especially if you are not of European decent. You will get pulled over and ticketed.

Jo
Review №15

The restored waterfront walk is very nice. It would be ideal if swimming was permitted as the water is very inviting.

Kw
Review №16

It is really good place for all of us.

Ki
Review №17

The most beautiful sunset Ive seen in ages. The two pictures below were clicked 15 mins apart.

Ma
Review №18

Such a lovely, friendly spot to watch the sunset. =)

Ad
Review №19

I love the lake you can bring your boat and e njoy

Li
Review №20

This place was beautiful and serene. I will keep going again and again.

Sh
Review №21

Easy access, right on minuteman. Lots of nice restaurants nearby

Wa
Review №22

Located on the Minuteman Bike Path connecting Cambridge to Lexington, this sweet park is attractive and well-maintained. It has lovely safe playgrounds for toddlers, grassy spots for lunch, water access for people and small boats, and even swans. Serves a diverse neighborhood with grace and simplicity.

Su
Review №23

Paths and stairs, rocks and green grass make this a great little place to work out.

Da
Review №24

Small park for walking with a playground. Well kept. Has parking lot.

Kw
Review №25

This is so good for walking or running, and riding bicycle.

Ri
Review №26

Beautiful area! Great place to go to just relax take, walk on the path, &/ or just take the kids to the park. Been going there since I was a kid growing up in Arlington.

Fl
Review №27

Pond water tastes a bit weird but other than that its amazinf

Hi
Review №28

Perfect for a stroll and to sit on the rocks and just take it all in.

Ga
Review №29

Beautiful pond on the bike trail

Ne
Review №30

There are a few tables near the waters edge which give a lovely view of the pond. Ive always loved the water so sitting here. Writing in my journal has become a very enjoyable activity especially during the foliage change.

St
Review №31

Scenic park and walking trail.

Te
Review №32

Nice pond side trail.

Ma
Review №33

Spy Pond is one of my favorite places in Arlington. The path along the pond is always pleasant, and the views of the pond are great. My son is too old for the playground there now, but he and I still like to take walks in this area. Plus, if youre a Pokemon Go player, theres a ton in the game there to keep you occupied. :-)

Sa
Review №34

Nice walk next to baseball field!!

Co
Review №35

This is a beautiful little park.

Ta
Review №36

Very nice place to stop for a quick break while biking!

ti
Review №37

Very nice view

Er
Review №38

Its a calm and serene place, great for family outings

Ro
Review №39

Nice and quite! Good for a nice walk. Great view and playground for the little ones.

Al
Review №40

My favorite place to bring my dog. The water is toxic though

Mu
Review №41

Great place with a view! very calm and quite!

mr
Review №42

Great place to walk the dog and view the sights.

Zo
Review №43

This visit was my first with my fiance and it was a beautiful summer day. We went to spy pond tio have our first picnic alone. It was very nice spending quiet time together

Ka
Review №44

Quaint little pond by the minutemen bike path

Da
Review №45

Its a very nice place for a walk. Its well cared and give you a peaceful feeling.

St
Review №46

Peaceful, charming heart of East Arlington, running parallel to the Minuteman Bike Path -- well maintained by local volunteers, great for canoers and practicing crew teams, nice little playground, a real local treasure.

Be
Review №47

Beautiful lake with a cute park. Theres lots of benches to sit at, a playground for kids, nearby fields and tennis courts for larger games, and a bike trail leading down to ailwife station. Bike path is in good condition.

Gi
Review №48

Beautiful park for a jog a picnic or fishing! Nice trails as well. Very scenic.

Kh
Review №49

It is beautiful.

Ti
Review №50

Peaceful spot...

Br
Review №51

Very lovely and quaint spot on the Minuteman Bike Path. Pretty terrific at sunset.

Gi
Review №52

Great fishing place for everyone. The ducks and geese were fun to feed as well

Ev
Review №53

Lovely spot in Arlington! Enclosed playground for the kids, pond views with tables, and grassy area perfect for picnics. Also right off the bike path too! There is some parking but not alot. Great

Bi
Review №54

One of my favorite place to go. Amazing environment.

Mo
Review №55

Our favorite stop from biking on the Minutemen bike path.

Ge
Review №56

It was awesome

Kr
Review №57

The location is simply awesome. The view is spectacular. Its a perfect place for a small picnic with family or friends. People enjoy various activities here. During winter we had a chance to do ice skating on frozen waters.

An
Review №58

This place is great. I was filling in as a temp nanny for the day i visited here. It reminded me of being back home on the Cape.

Ib
Review №59

Nice place to walk

El
Review №60

I jog here along the bike path and enjoy sitting by the pond and just relaxing. There are picnic tables and a park for kids. Will be back all spring and summer for more exploration.

Ja
Review №61

Clean beautiful great for dog walking

De
Review №62

Beautifully preserved nature, pond in the middle of Arlington ( Boston )

Ed
Review №63

I grew up on this pond between fishing and playing hockey. Wonderful to take your children for time out.

Je
Review №64

Beautiful park, pond, and playground all accessible by the bike path, by car (there is a parking lot) , by bus or the T. Clean and well-maintained picnic tables garbage cans its a quite lovely area

AH
Review №65

It so beautiful and peaceful place.

An
Review №66

Great place to walk, bike, hang. Great for kids and dogs. Being a picnic (but no swimming!)

Mi
Review №67

The park is nice enough. However, the playground is not very well maintained (broken play-equipment simply gets removed rather than repaired). In addition, they recently placed a big fence between the park and the nearby minute-man bikepath which looks attrocious (really hoping that is a temporary thing).

so
Review №68

Quiet and peaceful...a good place for a mid-ride break from the Bikeway.

An
Review №69

Clean and beautiful. Nice playground for the children. Good views from the shore. Fishing here is okay. Have caught a few bass from the shore.

Ro
Review №70

Winter time, quiet and beautiful.

Em
Review №71

Beautiful pond accesible via the Somerville community path. Beach area currently under construction so there is fencing up, but is usually a beautiful place for a picnic.

Je
Review №72

So beautiful

J
Review №73

Peaceful little park right off the Minuteman bike path

Ro
Review №74

Always A Great Date Location

La
Review №75

Incredible park in the urban area,,, totally unexpected when we saw it. Fishing, biking and plenty of playgrounds for the kids. Parking is possible,, even on the weekends.

He
Review №76

Beautiful park and new playground right along the Minuteman Bikeway.

At
Review №77

Nice place to spend with kids and family.

ni
Review №78

Lovely little park on spy pond with easy canoe or kayak put ins if you can find parking which is limited

Mr
Review №79

Nice spot to just sit and watch life go by. Good for joggers, bicycles and dog walking. Fishing can be done here. Nice grassy spots to have picnics or just to relax on.

Be
Review №80

Too many people

Mi
Review №81

Great relaxing spot with fun activities from tennis to kids playground.

Ca
Review №82

This is a beautiful pond. We walked around it on a cold but sunny day. Simply delightful.

As
Review №83

Beautiful scenery on this 5k path

Review №84

Great for kids playground with a lake view.

Na
Review №85

Lovely pond. Worth a walk, visit or picnic.

Er
Review №86

A great place for a run, bike, walk, or picnic!

Al
Review №87

Great for kayaking swimming and feeding the ducks.

lo
Review №88

Pretty

Ti
Review №89

Nice playground, but limited parking and no real beach.

Ky
Review №90

Beautiful

Ar
Review №91

Our neighborhood pond + park. Always pleasurable and calming to the body and soul in any weather !

St
Review №92

Pretty place.

De
Review №93

Enjoy summer in Spy pond park.happy family.

Ti
Review №94

Right off the bike path! Amazing outdoor place to visit.

Jo
Review №95

Beautiful park with walking and bike paths. Great place to sit by the lake and enjoy the outdoors. Right near the center of town, so sometimes can be a little crowded, but its big so theres always a spot to sit and relax.

Bi
Review №96

Nice little park on the water.

Ju
Review №97

Peaceful

Si
Review №98

Awesome park for kids. Large playground right on the pond opens up to nice views. Picnic tables right on the water as well. During spring and summer good place to watch ducks, geese, and even swans. Set right off the Minuteman bikepath and just by Arlington center which makes it easy to combine with a coffee and a walk.

Ku
Review №99

Spy pond is really nice place located in East Arlington.You can come here for a peaceful lunch or during evening.You can come here with friends to hangout.

Ka
Review №100

Great spot for lunch!

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  • Address:56 Pond Ln, Arlington, MA 02474, United States
  • Site:http://www.friendsofspypondpark.org/
  • Phone:+1 781-316-3880
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Park
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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