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Hurley Park Waterplay

Cambridge, MA

Cambridge neighborhood park with seasonal waterplay and a family-focused play layout that works well for younger children.

Editorial notes

What stands out

An easy repeat-visit neighborhood splash park for families who value simplicity over spectacle.

Good fit

  • Toddlers and preschoolers
  • Repeat local visits
  • Families mixing playground time with waterplay

Consider another option if

  • Big destination outings
  • Older kids seeking more elaborate features

Know Before You Go

Season
Summer months
Hours vary with season or weather
Yes

What to Expect

For kids

  • Toddlers
  • Preschoolers
  • Mixed ages
  • Ground sprays
  • Toddler zone
  • Drop-in visits

For caregivers

  • Benches
  • Playground
  • Partly shaded
  • No visible restrooms
  • Open access
  • Mixed surfaces
Read more about this location

Hurley Park is listed by Cambridge as a summer waterplay location and is known as a neighborhood play space rather than a big regional splash destination. It suits families who want a straightforward park outing with enough variety to keep younger kids moving between dry play and water play. Free entry and neighborhood scale make it especially good for repeat summer visits.

Hours & Admission

Posted hours

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Weekly posted opening hours
Mondaysummer seasonal
Tuesdaysummer seasonal
Wednesdaysummer seasonal
Thursdaysummer seasonal
Fridaysummer seasonal
Saturdaysummer seasonal
Sundaysummer seasonal

Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.

Admission

Published admission prices
VisitorPrice
AdmissionFree

Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.

Accessibility

Accessibility and comfort

Wheelchair accessible

Location

Cambridge, MA

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Other options nearby

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Neighborhood Cambridge waterplay spot beside the Baldwin School area, good for a casual local splash-and-play stop.

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Seasonal waterplay in a historic central Cambridge park, best used as a splash stop within a bigger park outing.

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Family-friendly Cambridge park with seasonal waterplay and a broader play environment that supports longer neighborhood visits.

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Sources & Updates

2 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 10, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.

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Apr 10, 2026
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