Exploring Boston, MA: Late Fall Walk Around Chestnut Hill Reservoir

In this video, we take a peaceful late-fall walk around the Chestnut Hill Reservoir, one of Boston’s most quietly beautiful and historically important green spaces. Built in the 1870s as part of the city’s early water system, the reservoir once supplied drinking water to Boston and today serves as a scenic loop for walkers, runners, and anyone needing a moment of calm. As we circle the reservoir, the foliage is just beginning to turn — muted reds, golds, and browns lining the path, reflected in the water. This walk isn’t about rushing anywhere. It’s about slowing down, communing with nature, and letting the city fade into the background for a while. The Chestnut Hill Reservoir sits between Boston and Newton, bordered by historic neighborhoods and open sky. Even as autumn deepens, it remains one of the best places in the area to reset, breathe, and simply walk. If you enjoy quiet walks, seasonal changes, and reflective city nature spaces, this one’s for you. Support the Channel If you’d like to support this work: Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/ScottD317 CashApp: $ScottD317