Coal Mine Brook features upgrades to the East West Trail Network, a new playground and a state of the art adult fitness area. This park was renovated and officially opened in Fall 2023.
The playground includes a modern jungle gym with net and rock-wall climbing features, circular net swings, an animal themed see-saw, climbing structures and slides! The ground around the playground and fitness area is made of poured-in-place rubber for improved safety and comfort. There are picnic areas and benches with companion seating nearby for relaxing at the park. You can enjoy beautiful views of Lake Quinsigamond as well!
This park includes a state-of-the-art adult fitness center. Get your workout on under the canopy on the outdoor ellipticals, pull-up and climbing bars, step-ups and see how high you can jump!
This park includes the north end of the East Side Trail that runs through this section of Worcester, ending at East Park. This trail includes a fully accessible walkway with overlooks of Coal Mine Brook. Educational, environmental and wildlife kiosks are also present at these overlooks!
Learn more about the history and view the map of the East Side Trail that runs from East Park to Lake Quinsigamond.
View some of the other parks in this district. Get out and explore!
This park is located at the summit of Bell Hill, also known as Chandler Hill Park. It features Bell Hill Pond. In one area of the park, you can play basketball, play on the playground or look out at Bell Pond. In another area, Chandler Hill Park, you can play a variety of sports on the multipurpose field.
East Park has two stone griffins flanking the park entrance. The park contains lighted football fields, a tennis court, two basketball courts, a splash pad, a new playground, amphitheater and many acres of hillsides connecting the East Side Trail.
This playground is named after the late Elizabeth "Betty" Price, a woman who led the way for African American women in Worcester. The property consists of two parcels: one initially acquired from Prospect House, Inc. in 1968 and a second parcel acquired by the City in 2000.
Location: 616 Plantation Street - Map
District: 2
Size: 4.67 acres
Parking Lot(s): Yes
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