Menotomy Rocks Park — Attraction in Arlington

great, unexpected little Vermont Park in the middle of suburbia. parts of it almost look like an old growth forest with almost no underbrush, but I'm not exactly sure about that.it can be dark and cool even on a hot summer day which is nice, not so nice on a cold day. it does have a little playground but the main show is simply the woods in the rocks in the little caves. I've seen coyotes there, harmless and pretty cool. there's a little fetid pond, perfectly nice for walking around and feeding ducks which you're not really supposed to do :-). I've actually crossed country skied here, but it's pretty small. wonderful rocks and hills for climbing. highly recommended but please don't...

This is the total package, just a wonderful place if you're looking for happy. PROS: It's peaceful and calms the kids down. A place for all ages 1-100 yrs and up. Great get away if you just want to read or meditate. Walking trails with resting benches in/around pond (winter ice skating) ducks and turtles, beautiful species of birds, shaded swing/ slide playground construction, large open field for ball playing & activities, picnic area, and IT'S FREE...CONS: no outhouse, limited ...

2022-06-17 fri, an Owl family memorial service yesterday. about 2 weeks ago, 3 members died of rat poison. 2022-02-28, peaceful & beautiful, like snow canvases with a nice sledding slope. 2021-07-30 a charming little parade. Local favorite, especially for kids and dogs. about 0.5 mile loop walk, more fun with rocky off path. Kids'...