Caddy Memorial Park

Caddy Memorial Park, Caddy Memorial Park, Quincy Shore Dr, Quincy, MA 02170, USA

(857) 702-3884

https://www.mass.gov/locations/quincy-shores-reservation

Owned By: Commonwealth of Massachusetts

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This small park on Gull Island, off Quincy Shore Drive, features a playground, picnic tables, and a shady 0.33-mile gravel trail with beautiful marsh and water views. Also suitable for fishing and paddling. Part of Quincy Shore Reservation.

FISHING ADVISORY: It’s important to know that some of our freshwater fisheries are contaminated with mercury, PFAS and/or other concerning substances. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health maintains an online database with up-to-date advisories regarding fish consumption, sorted by location. We recommend you consult this valuable resource when planning a fishing excursion.

Features

The surface of the playground is wood chips.

Numerous Native American artifacts dating back 3500 years were excavated at this site in 1999, during the construction the park.

This land is within the region of the Neponset band of the Massachusett (or Massachuseuk). To learn more about our local Native American tribes, we encourage you to interact with their members. The Massachusett tribe at Ponkapoag shares information on its website.

Trail Description

The 0.33-mile trail is paved from the parking area to the footbridge, and gravel after that. It extends in a loop around the park, with shade trees and beautiful marsh and water views.

Habitats and Wildlife

Located at the edge of the salt marsh, with oak, cedar, elm, sumac, and pitch pine trees, and an osprey nest within view. Waters on this property flow to Quincy Bay.