The Lower Burke Estate is a mix of forest, meadow, and wetland environments. Although much of it is deteriorated, there is still much to see! We aim to restore the site to the biodiversity hotspot it once was.
Several paths traverse the park, including some which are "off-road" - i.e., only accessible when weather and vegetation permit.
The park has many access points. The primary ones are a path down from the school playing fields on Farragut Avenue, an old gate on Broadway, and a dirt path off of Burnside Drive.
Those with mobility concerns should consider accessing the park through the gate on Broadway, where a small pull-out area is available for drop-offs. This gate leads to level grassy paths. The lower Burke Estate is not wheelchair accessible, as it is composed of off-road dirt and grass paths with varying inclines.
Street parking is available on Burnside, and in the playing field parking lot off of Burnside outside of school hours.
Just like other parks in the region, be mindful of ticks and poison ivy when visiting. Consider covering up with long sleeves and pants, closed toed shoes, and sticking to paths in order to reduce your risk.