Fresh Pond

Not worth visiting if you’re not a Cambridge resident I’d say. It’s public water supply and you can’t reach anywhere near the water there’s no opening. There’s only one or two places you can get a view of the entire pond which is beautiful but it’s basically just a walking path for locals. The walking path is separated by a tall fence and lots of shrubbery. Despite what some of the pictures on the reviews tell you, you’re not allowed to go near the water and the view is nothing like in those pictures.

Fresh pond gives you the space and tranquility to escape the city without leaving the city. Fresh pond is amazing place for running and jogging. The circle is about 2.5 miles. You will enjoy meeting neighbors, families and tourists. The new renovations for the walking/biking bath, community gardens and flowers gardens added more charms to the area.

You need a Cambridge resident parking sticker to park in the parking lot. It’s a great place to take a walk. Very popular place in Cambridge so it’s not the most private place to get back to nature but it’s still beautiful. Part of the path around the lake is paved and the rest is compacted dirt, which I prefer. Lots of loons and swans. Little Fresh Pond in the back is a great birdwatching spot. There’s also some super cute wood benches along the path. There’s a chain link fence separating the path from the water.

It's a wonderful park in the middle of a busy urbain area. Grab your bike and complete a loop on the beautiful trail around the pond. This place gives the chance to escape the city noise and crowd without having to go to far.

Not accessible for general parking, and you can’t go near the water. However, the trails are very well kept and pleasant, and the dog park is full of dogs running and playing.

You, your kid and the dog - the best spot to hang out in west Cambridge. There is a small trail that runs along the pond - great-for the little guy to explore. A big well maintained ground where lots of people bring their pets, so a chance for your pet to socialize.

It's a nice 50-min-or-so walk around the pond. Beware the poison ivy!

Peaceful and great for an easy run (4km loop). Path is partially gravel but fairly flat.