A 1.4-acre neighborhood park, also known locally as Ahearn/Goldway Park, with a play structure, swing set, and a basketball court that doubles as a kickball and t-ball field. It reads as a pocket park for the immediate blocks around it rather than a destination.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Not one of the city's six designated leash-dog parks. Citywide rule: leashed dogs only allowed in city parks before 7:30 AM and after 7:30 PM, Memorial Day to Labor Day; prohibited during the day in season.
Allowed now · ban starts Memorial DayHours
Beverly's parks are open 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. from October through March and 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. from April through September; Lynch Park runs 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ.
Accessibility
Rated 'Fair' in the 2009 city inventory: amenities reachable via accessible pathways and one designated handicap parking space, but the park is mostly grass with limited paved walkway.
T-Ball/Kickball
Allowed warmer months
Managed by
Beverly Recreation Department
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On site
Playground
Play structure and swing set, equipment replaced in 1998
Common questions
Is there parking at Ahearn Park?
There's a small on-site lot with room for about five cars and one marked accessible space; most visitors coming from a few blocks over just walk in.
Where do I park at Ahearn Park?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Ahearn Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Ahearn Park?
Not one of the city's six designated leash-dog parks. Citywide rule: leashed dogs only allowed in city parks before 7:30 AM and after 7:30 PM, Memorial Day to Labor Day; prohibited during the day in season.
Is Ahearn Park wheelchair accessible?
Rated 'Fair' in the 2009 city inventory: amenities reachable via accessible pathways and one designated handicap parking space, but the park is mostly grass with limited paved walkway.
What rules should I know at Ahearn Park?
Leashed dogs barred from city parks 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM, Memorial Day to Labor Day.