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RUFF North End

RUFF North End is a dog park in Boston National Historical Park in Boston, MA. The park also has a playground, basketball courts, pickleball courts, tennis courts and restrooms. You will also find a drinking fountain, 38 picnic tables and a picnic shelter here.

LocationBoston National Historical Park
Boston, MA
Directions
AmenitiesDrinking fountains (13), Picnic tables (38), Picnic shelters (7)
Play equipmentswings, slide
Also in the parkPlayground, Basketball, Pickleball, Tennis, Restrooms
Run byNational Park Service

Details from OpenStreetMap. Rules and hours are posted at the entrance. To report a change, use our suggestion form.

Boston off-leash areas: hours and rules

License or permitCity license for dogs over 6 months: $15 spayed/neutered, $30 intact; $50 fine if unlicensed
VaccinationsCurrent rabies certificate needed for license

Source: boston.gov, the official site for Boston. The city updates these from time to time; signs at the park are the latest word.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is RUFF North End?

Inside Boston National Historical Park, Boston, MA. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn navigation.

Is RUFF North End fenced?

Unknown. OpenStreetMap has no fence for this spot, so keep the leash handy on your first visit.

Is there drinking water at RUFF North End?

Yes, 13 drinking fountains are mapped in Boston National Historical Park. Cities turn many park fountains off from late fall to spring.

Are there restrooms at RUFF North End?

Yes, Boston National Historical Park has public restrooms on the map.

What other dog parks are near RUFF North End?

Richmond & North Streets Park Dog Park (1 mi), Child Street Dog Park (1 mi) and Boston Common Dog Park (1 mi).