
Boston Common – Public Garden – Commonwealth Mall
- Distance
- 4.93km
- Elevation
- +—m
- Difficulty
- Gentle
- Best season
- Apr — Oct
- Soul quality
- Nature8.4



A loop through America's oldest public park and the Public Garden lagoon, then out along the Commonwealth Avenue Mall to Massachusetts Avenue and back. Starts a few steps from Park Street station; the parks are linked by signalled crossings.
Move at the pace your breath still writes sentences in.
Foot-routed public paths; steps, kerbs, crossings and temporary closures may occur. Wheelchair and cycle access have not been surveyed. Follow local signs.
- WaterCarry water; fountain availability has not been checked.
- BenchesPark and waterfront seating may be available; no fixed rest-point interval is promised.
- ToiletsCheck current public toilet locations before setting out.
- ShadeMixed tree cover and exposed sections.
- Rest pointsPause clear of the running line, crossings and shared cycle paths.
A loop through America's oldest public park and the Public Garden lagoon, then out along the Commonwealth Avenue Mall to Massachusetts Avenue and back. Starts a few steps from Park Street station; the parks are linked by signalled crossings.