Jamaica Pond

Jamaica Pond is cared for by City of Boston Parks and Recreation

A pure, glacial kettlehole, Olmsted described Jamaica Pond as "favoring great beauty in reflections and flickering half-lights."

Jamaica Pond is the largest standing body of water in the Emerald Necklace. Few alterations were needed to improve upon this natural feature. Olmsted saved much of the existing vegetation and framed the sheet of water with tree groupings, shrubs and pathways.

Today, the boathouse at Jamaica Pond provides facilities for sailing and the beautiful path around the pond is a favorite of joggers and dog walkers alike. The Conservancy has used the Sugar Bowl next to the Pond for its first year of Movies in the

Park. The fields above the Sugar Bowl are the perfect place to picnic or play a little wiffle ball with your family.

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Creado por la disminución de los glaciares, esta laguna de 68 acres fue originalmente una fuente de abastecimiento de agua para la Ciudad de Boston. Olmsted estaba enamorado de “la belleza de los reflejos” en la laguna. Hoy en día la Boathouse ofrece oportunidades para navegar y remar, y los visitantes pueden pescar cada año (con permiso). Una hermosa vereda alrededor de la laguna de 1.5 millas es la más atractiva para quienes deseen pasear o trotar. En Octubre, el Festival de las Farolas atrae a miles de personas quienes pasean alrededor de la laguna, algunas de ellascon trajes de Halloween.

Emerald Necklace System Map | Mapa del Emerald Necklace

Emerald Necklace Historic Map

Park Features:

Public Parking
Jamaica Pond Boathouse
Boston Park Ranger Nature Center
Sailing
Fishing
Walking/biking trails
Open space for picnics
Dogs are allowed on leash
T accessible:
-39 Bus - Perkins Street & Pond Street