Underhill Place Parking Area
George L. Darey Housatonic Valley WMA
Pittsfield, MA
Snowshoeing | Hunting | Hiking
Durant Park 30 John Street, Pittsfield, MA
Managed by
City of Pittsfield
Allowed Uses & Features
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- Dogs allowed
- Family Friendly
- Free
- Near Public Transit
- Picnicking
- Restroom
- Public Land
- Private Land
- Bus Route
- Trail
- Major Trail
About Durant Park
Durant Park is a two-acre playground and picnic area managed by the City of Pittsfield. The park is perfect for a family-friendly day of outdoor recreation in the Berkshires.
Near Columbus Avenue, visitors will find an outdoor basketball court. This athletic space is ideal for both individual practice and competitive team play. Next to the court, there is also a table and a grill. Families can host a picnic and play basketball on warm summer days.
Visitors will see the West Branch of the Housatonic River along the side of the park. A forest of floodplain trees borders the river, providing plenty of opportunities to see local Western Massachusetts wildlife species. Birds abound in this forest throughout spring and summer.
A woodchipped playground, bathroom facilities, and a pavilion are on the other side of the park. Tall trees populate this section of the park, creating ample shade on hot days. An interactive paved kids' path also travels along the river here.
There is no designated parking for Durant Park. Visitors can either park on the shoulder of Columbus Avenue or John Street.
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Clubs, Retail & Rentals
Looking to meet up with others for team sports or group activities? Check out our list of clubs, guides and leagues in the Berkshires on the Resources page. Our list of summer camps will help you plan an overnight or day camp adventure for your young ones.
We also link to an array of outdoor recreation retail shops for gear and rental facilities for equipment on the Gear page.
