Hunt Almont Playground

Price

Free

Duration

30-60 min

Best Ages

Best for ages 2 to 10

About

Hunt Almont Playground is a neighborhood park in Boston's Southern Mattapan area, serving local families in one of the city's most community-oriented neighborhoods. It's a free, publicly accessible playground managed by Boston Parks and Recreation with standard climbing and play equipment appropriate for young children.

For Mattapan, Hyde Park, and Milton families, Hunt Almont serves as a convenient local option, the kind of neighborhood park that anchors community life and provides a safe, familiar outdoor space for young children.

The Mattapan trolley (the last historic streetcar line in the MBTA system) makes this area accessible for car-free families from Jamaica Plain, Forest Hills, and the broader network. The surrounding Mattapan neighborhood has a rich Caribbean and Haitian dining scene along Blue Hill Avenue that makes for a pleasant community outing.

No admission fee. Bring your own snacks and water.

Age Suitability

Infants (0-1)Toddlers (1-3)Little Kids (4-6)Big Kids (7-9)Tweens (10-12)Teens (13-17)

Parent Logistics

Stroller-Friendly

Yes

Nursing / Changing

Not Available

Kid Meals

Not Available

Setting

Outdoor

Rainy Day

Not ideal

Plan Your Visit

Best Time to Visit

Weekday afternoons or weekend mornings

Wait Times

No wait, public neighborhood playground

Nearby Food

Blue Hill Avenue in Mattapan has Caribbean, Haitian, and American casual dining within 5-10 minutes. Morton Street has additional options.

Why Kids Love It

Hunt Almont is a neighborhood playground in Southern Mattapan that provides the classic open-air playground experience Boston kids rely on during good weather. It's a local community spot with standard play equipment in a residential setting that feels safe and familiar for young children.

Pro Tips from Parents

  • A neighborhood park, best for local Mattapan and Hyde Park families rather than a dedicated destination visit
  • Limited parking in the surrounding residential streets, best accessed on foot or by T
  • Mattapan Line (trolley) provides transit access for car-free families
  • Bring snacks as there are no food options nearby

What to Bring

  • Snacks and water
  • Sunscreen

Cost Info

Free Admission

Estimated Cost (Family of 4)

$0 (free local playground)

Tips to Save

  • Completely free neighborhood playground in Mattapan.
  • Good for local families and visitors staying in the southern neighborhoods.

Hours & Contact

Hours

Saturday
7AM-7PM

Contact

Boston, MA 02126

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