Stodder's Neck - Hingham, MA
Stodder’s Neck Dog Park in Hingham, Massachusetts
Stodder’s Neck is a popular peninsula dog park in Hingham, MA, known for its expansive open space, pet-friendly trails, and beautiful waterfront access. Located at 457 Lincoln St, this off-leash dog park is a favorite for locals looking for dog-friendly hiking and large areas for their pets to roam freely. The park features scenic wooded trails, picnic tables, and slopes down to a tidal beach along the Back River. Many owners enjoy letting their dogs play in the water and explore the terrain, while soaking in stunning evening sunsets.
This dog park is wheelchair accessible, features a convenient parking lot, and provides amenities such as water bubblers, dog waste bags, and trash bins. While signs suggest dogs stay on leash, the established culture is off-leash play—just ensure your dog has good recall, as the area is unfenced. Stodder’s Neck is also kid-friendly, with plenty of space for families to enjoy walks and picnics around the scenic peninsula. Do note that the beach area can get muddy at low tide; remember to check tide levels before visiting!
FAQ
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Yes, many dogs play off-leash at Stodder’s Neck, though the area is not fenced. Good recall is recommended.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? No, there is no fence; the park is open.
- Are there water fountains or bowls for dogs? Yes, a water bubbler is available.
- Are poop bags or waste stations provided? Yes, dog waste bags and trash bins are provided for pet waste.
- Are there benches or seating areas for owners? Picnic tables are available for seating.
- Is the park wheelchair accessible? Yes, the parking lot provides wheelchair accessibility.
- Is there parking available? Yes, a dedicated parking lot serves the park.
- Are walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, there are pet-friendly hiking trails and wooded paths throughout the area.
- Is there a swimming area or pond for dogs? Yes, there is access to the Back River for swimming, though it is tidal and can be muddy at low tide.
- Is the park muddy after it rains? Yes, the area near the water can get muddy, especially at low tide.
- Is the park good for kids? Yes, the park is family-friendly with kid-appropriate hikes and plenty of open space.
Reviews
This is a great dog friendly park. Dog walk off leash here so be cautious in case you have a nervous dog like I do, but never had issues.
It’s a wonderful place for the pups to play and swim. Bring water on hot days. Signs say all dogs must be leashed but the official website states dogs are allowed off leash. Every time I go always a bunch of happy pups running around. Haven’t witnessed any fights, other then the occasional roughhousing, but that is easily reprimanded if needed. Good food near by as well.
Wow, what an incredible dog park. My pup had so much fun playing in the ocean. Try to check the tide level. Sometimes when it is low, your dog will be mostly play in the mud. Thank you the City of Boston for providing such a lovely peninsula for our dogs.
This is a great spot if your dog needs to run. We’ve had 3 labs over the past 30 years, and each one has loved to come here, play in the water and the MUD, and run up and down the terrain.
The evening sunsets can be spectacular!
We are always careful if there is thin ice. And be aware of the tide. The park is along the Back River but is tidal with an 8′ swing.
Large park on a peninsula. Lots of open space, trails running through the wooded sections and several slopes down to the beach (which is mostly rocks and pebbles.)
Signs declare that all dogs should be on-leash, but there were 15 dogs present today, all running free.
There is a watter bubbler, doggie mitt bags, and trash for pet waste.
Do note that there is no actual fence keeping the dogs in – so if you follow the herd and go off-leash, your dog needs to have good recall.