Ward Park is Marlborough's largest in-city park, built around a quarter-mile track with a football field, tennis and pickleball courts, a skatepark, and a wading pool. It reads as a working neighborhood hub rather than a scenic destination, busy with runners, pickup games, and kids at the wading pool on summer afternoons.
What to expect
Dogs
Dogs are not allowed on the athletic fields; on pathways they must be leashed at all times.
Hours
Facilities close at dusk, or 10pm if lighted.
Wading Pool Swim
Allowed summer
Managed by
Marlborough Recreation Department
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On site
Playground
Playground designed for ages 6 and up.
Not here
No picnic area
No picnic shelter documented.
Worth knowing
- The park is named for General Artemas Ward, first Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army, and carries a historical marker on site.
Common questions
Is Artemas Ward Park open today?
Artemas Ward Park is a public park in Marlborough, MA. Posted hours: Facilities close at dusk, or 10pm if lighted..
Is there a wading pool at Ward Park?
Yes, the Ward Wading Pool at 57 Orchard Street runs seasonally in summer, alongside the park's playground and skatepark.
Where do I park at Artemas Ward Park?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Artemas Ward Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Artemas Ward Park?
Dogs are not allowed on the athletic fields; on pathways they must be leashed at all times.
What rules should I know at Artemas Ward Park?
Alcoholic beverages, drugs, smoking, and golf are prohibited on all city park property.