Town of Weymouth: (781) 335-2000
Owned By: Town of Weymouth
Birches Playground is located at the intersection of Cross Street and Westminster Road in Weymouth, on a hillside near Whitman’s Pond. It features a contemporary play structure, picnic tables, and a bench at the top of the hill, along with a ballfield at the bottom. The slope in between is suitable for winter sledding.
Features
The upper section of Birches Playground features a contemporary play structure, two benches, 2 picnic tables, and a trash barrel. There is a ballfield in the lower section. Portions of the property are fenced.
This land is within the region of the Massachusett (or Massachuseuk). To learn more about local Native American tribes, we encourage you to interact with their members. The Massachusett tribe at Ponkapoag and the Mattakeeset band of the Massachusett share information on their websites.
Habitats and Wildlife
There are a few oak trees on this otherwise grassy property. It is situated in the watershed of Whitman’s Pond, which is a source of the Weymouth Back River.
The Weymouth Back River rises from several ponds and swamps, flows for about 10 miles, and empties into the Atlantic Ocean at Hingham Bay, just south of Grape Island and Slate Island. We encourage you to follow and support the Back River Watershed Association.
Historic Site: No
Park: Yes
Beach: No
Boat Launch: No
Lifeguards: No
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Parking: There is one parking spot at the top of the hill, on Westminster Road, and five more at the bottom, on Cross Street. Roadside parking is also available.
Cost: Free
Facilities:
The upper section of Birches Playground features a contemporary play structure, two benches, 2 picnic tables, and a trash barrel. There is a ballfield in the lower section.
Dogs: Dogs must remain on leash. Always clean up after your dog!
Boat Ramp: No
ADA Access: No
Scenic Views: No
Waterbody/Watershed: Whitman's Pond / Weymouth Back River