An 18.8-acre hilltop park on the site of a former open drinking-water reservoir between Reservoir Street and Ames Street. The reservoir was drained long ago; today a paved path loops the grounds for walking, running, and biking alongside tennis courts and open lawn, with city views.
What to expect
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…
Managed by
City of Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department
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- Despite the name, the original open reservoir here has been drained for years; there is no swimmable or fishable water body on site today. The the source data listed this as a pond, but it is a dry park.
Common questions
Can you swim or fish at Reservoir Park?
No. The historic reservoir here was drained; the site is now a dry hilltop park with a walking loop and tennis courts, not a water body.
Is there an entry fee at Reservoir Park?
None; free to enter
Can I bring my dog to Reservoir 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.