Also called Nunzio Dimarca Park or Ellen Swallow Richards Park, this is the newest anchor of the Spicket River Greenway, built on a former 100-year foundry site at the confluence of the Spicket and Merrimack rivers. It has a looping accessible path, an overlook pavilion, a meadow mound, and rain gardens rather than active sports fields.
What to expect
Trails
Has trails: paved looping path system, easy, connects to river overlooks
Entry fee
None; free to enter checked Jul 15, 2026
Dogs
Lawrence prohibits any dog from running at large citywide and requires restraint by a leash or chain no longer than six feet, a fenced enclosure, or a working electronic containment system. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted…
Accessibility
Looping pathway network designed for safe, universally accessible circulation
Managed by
City of Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department
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On site
Info kiosk
Interpretive/educational program signage (Wild Arboretum labeled trees)
Worth knowing
- Formally opened in spring 2016 after a 15-year, $2.75 million Gateway City Parks Program effort.
Common questions
Is Ferrous Park good for an active visit or a quiet one?
It's built for passive, contemplative use: picnicking, walking the loop path, and educational programs, not active sports.
Is there an entry fee at Ferrous Park?
None; free to enter
Can I bring my dog to Ferrous Park?
Lawrence prohibits any dog from running at large citywide and requires restraint by a leash or chain no longer than six feet, a fenced enclosure, or a working electronic containment system. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Is Ferrous Park wheelchair accessible?
Looping pathway network designed for safe, universally accessible circulation