Nichols Field is 15 open acres along the Ipswich River and Labor in Vain Creek, with mowed grassland trails, salt marsh views, and a short spur down to the shoreline.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
Quarter-mile loop around open grassland, short spur to the river
Dogs
Ipswich doesn't allow dogs in its town parks and cemeteries (the designated dog parks excepted); on town open-space and conservation properties, leashed dogs (6-foot max) are welcome unless posted otherwise. That's the town-wide default;…
Hours
Ipswich town parks are open sunrise to sunset. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ.
Managed by
Ipswich Conservation Commission
WebsiteCommon questions
Is this an off-leash dog park?
It's dog-friendly with open space to run, but it's not an official fenced off-leash dog park; leash rules likely still apply on posted trails.
Where do I park at Nichols Field?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Nichols Field?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Nichols Field?
Ipswich doesn't allow dogs in its town parks and cemeteries (the designated dog parks excepted); on town open-space and conservation properties, leashed dogs (6-foot max) are welcome unless posted otherwise. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
What rules should I know at Nichols Field?
No camping or swimming.