East Poplar Field

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

East Poplar Field is a public park located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.


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Summary

The park covers an area of 3.5 acres and includes a playground, basketball court, and walking paths. The park is a great destination for families with young children and for those who love outdoor activities.

One of the main attractions at East Poplar Field is the playground, which features a variety of equipment suitable for children of all ages. The park also has a basketball court that is popular with teenagers and adults. For those who enjoy walking, the park has a paved walking path that loops around the perimeter of the park.

Interesting facts about the park include its history as a former industrial site that was transformed into a green space for the community. The park also features a rain garden, which helps to reduce stormwater runoff and improve the quality of the water in the nearby Delaware River.

The best time to visit East Poplar Field is in the spring and summer months when the weather is mild and the park is in full bloom. The park is open year-round, but visitors should be aware that the park may be closed during inclement weather. Overall, East Poplar Field is a great destination for those looking for a fun and relaxing outdoor experience in Philadelphia.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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