BPSP is a perfect park to bring your kids, and it’s not just because of the splash park. A paved road bisects the park through the woods, and it makes this a popular spot for families and a convenient way to introduce your family to trails. And a gravel path follows the Ipswich river to a footbridge. These two “corridors”...

In 1878, Frederick Law Olmsted created contiguous green spaces across Boston’s cityscape. He connected existing gardens to new parks and greenways, creating a seven-mile string of natural beauty. The Emerald Necklace is as functional as it is lovely. Mainly, it has provided centuries of recreation for residents and an ecosystem for urban wildlife. Each park has something to offer, but...