Neighborhood park behind Lincoln Elementary School in the Lower Highlands, fully renovated in 2025 with a universally accessible playground, a new basketball court, and a T-ball field, on about 2.76 acres.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Dogs must be kept on a leash on all city park property citywide; off leash use is allowed only in designated dog park areas
Hours
Dawn to dusk, year round; actual hours vary with available daylight, night lighting for permitted areas, and Board of Parks permits
Accessibility
Playground and community garden path are ADA/universally accessible following the 2025 renovation
Managed by
City of Lowell Recreation Office (permitting and reservations)
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On site
Playground
Universally accessible playground rebuilt in 2025 with a hillside slide and poured-in-place rubber surfacing
Basketball Court
Renovated basketball court
Community Garden
Community garden with an ADA accessible path
Common questions
Where do I park at Durkin Park?
Free lot (free).
Can I bring my dog to Durkin Park?
Dogs must be kept on a leash on all city park property citywide; off leash use is allowed only in designated dog park areas
Is Durkin Park wheelchair accessible?
Playground and community garden path are ADA/universally accessible following the 2025 renovation
What rules should I know at Durkin Park?
Dogs must be leashed.