DogMapFenced dog park · South End · 1277 Washington St, Boston, MA 02118
Joe Wex Dog Recreation Space (Peters Park)
Boston's first city-sanctioned off-leash dog park — a fully fenced run inside Peters Park in the South End, off-leash any time the park is open, with a separate enclosed area for small dogs.
Off-leash · set hoursThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · set hours
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterFountain (seasonal)
- Size~13,000 sq ft (incl. small-dog pen)
- Hourspark open 6 AM–10 PM
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
Street parking in the South End; Silver Line to Union Park St.
Good to know
- Off-leash only inside the fenced Dog Recreation Space — dogs must be leashed everywhere else in Peters Park.
- Separate fenced small-dog section (~3,000 sq ft); seasonal water fountain.
- Boston parks close at 10 PM — not 24-hour access.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: City of Boston Parks & Recreation
Joe Wex Dog Recreation Space (Peters Park): FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Joe Wex Dog Recreation Space (Peters Park)?
- Off-leash is allowed only during posted hours: park open 6 AM–10 PM.
- Is Joe Wex Dog Recreation Space (Peters Park) fenced?
- Yes — Joe Wex Dog Recreation Space (Peters Park) is fully enclosed.
- Is Joe Wex Dog Recreation Space (Peters Park) free?
- Yes — Joe Wex Dog Recreation Space (Peters Park) is free to access. Street parking in the South End; Silver Line to Union Park St.