Quincy Quarries Reservation

Quincy Quarries Reservation preserves historic granite quarries in Quincy that supplied building stone for Bunker Hill Monument and many historic structures.

The flooded quarries support fish populations and attract various wildlife including deer and birds.

Successional vegetation has colonized abandoned quarry areas. The maintained parkland features landscape plantings.

The Quincy Granite quarried here formed approximately 180 million years ago. The distinctive blue-gray stone built many famous structures.

The urban location experiences heat island effects typical of the Boston metropolitan area.

Quarrying began in the 1820s to supply stone for Bunker Hill Monument. The industry pioneered railway transport in America.

The quarries closed and flooded, becoming dangerous swimming holes before state acquisition and safety improvements.

Interpretation explains the quarrying history and geological significance. The reservation connects to the Blue Hills trails.

Parking and interpretive facilities serve visitors. The reservation is accessible from Ricciuti Drive in Quincy.

The park transformed dangerous abandoned quarries into safe public space while preserving industrial heritage.