Walden Pond State Reservation
State park
Open Open ⋅ Closes 7:30 PM
About
Historic retreat of Henry David Thoreau. Dog-free park with trails & swimming on the site where Henry David Thoreau wrote the book Walden.
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What to bring
▼Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:
- Comfortable shoes for walking
Best times to visit
▼To avoid crowds at Walden Pond State Reservation:
- Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
- Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
- Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance
Age appropriateness
▼This location is generally recommended for:
Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)
Details
- Address915 Walden St, Concord, MA 01742
- 📞Phone(978) 369-3254
- 🕒HoursMonday:7 AM–7:30 PMTuesday:7 AM–7:30 PMWednesday:7 AM–7:30 PMThursday:7 AM–7:30 PMFriday:7 AM–7:30 PMSaturday:7 AM–7:30 PMSunday:7 AM–7:30 PM
Features
Service options
- Onsite services: Onsite services available
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
Amenities
- Public restroom: Has public restroom
Children
- Good for kids: Good for kids
- Kid-friendly hikes: Has kid-friendly hikes
Nearby
Coming soon: Find more kid-friendly places nearby!