Flash Road Recreation Complex is Nahant's main athletic hub, 6.7 acres next to Johnson Elementary School packed with ball fields, courts, and a climbing-structure playground. Parking has long been tight here, and the town's master plan calls for expanding it.
What to expect
Parking
Resident sticker Free for residents; parking has been an ongoing concern, and the town's master plan proposes expanding the lot · unconfirmed
Dogs
Nahant has a 24-hour town-wide leash law. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Hours
Nahant town parks are open dawn to dusk. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ.
Ball Sports
Allowed year-round (seasonal leagues)
Managed by
Nahant Recreation Committee
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On site
Playground
Climbing structures with slides, bucket swings, and picnic benches
Restroom
Permanent public restrooms at the Flash Road complex
Picnic area
Picnic benches at the playground area
Common questions
Is there a playground, and what else is at this complex?
Yes -- a climbing-structure playground with bucket swings sits alongside three baseball fields, multiple soccer fields, a basketball court, two fenced tennis/pickleball courts, and permanent public restrooms, all part of one recreation complex next to Johnson Elementary School.
Where do I park at Flash Road Recreation Complex?
Resident sticker (Free for residents; parking has been an ongoing concern, and the town's master plan proposes expanding the lot).
Is there an entry fee at Flash Road Recreation Complex?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Flash Road Recreation Complex?
Nahant has a 24-hour town-wide leash law. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.