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Jamaica Pond
Boston, Massachusetts
About this hike
Jamaica Pond is one of Boston’s most beloved natural features, offering a 1.5-mile walking loop around its glacial lake. Framed by trees and gentle slopes, the pond is a favorite for walking, jogging, fishing, and paddle boating. It’s the largest body of freshwater in the Emerald Necklace and a central part of Frederick Law Olmsted’s design.
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Nearby in Boston
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