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Hazelwood Park

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A 23-acre waterfront park on Clark's Point overlooking Clarks Cove, centered on the 1839-40 Gothic Revival house from the old Hazelwood estate. It has a historic bowling green, tennis and basketball courts, a playground, picnic areas, and a gazebo on a sloping lawn good for kite flying and watching wintering ducks and geese.

What to expect

Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Dogs allowed on leash.
Hours
Dawn to dusk daily citywide; park use is not permitted between 10pm and 5am under the city's general park rules.
Accessibility
Unconfirmed.
Tennis
Allowed
Basketball
Allowed
Birdwatching
Allowed
Lawn Games/Kite Flying
Allowed
Managed by
Parks, Recreation & Beaches Department 508-961-3015 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed

What's here

On site

Playground
Has a toddler area and a separate big-kid area with rope/net climbing features; the playground is not fenced in.
Restroom
Picnic area
Benches
Bicycle rack and trash receptacles also present.

Common questions

Is the playground fenced?
No, the playground at Hazelwood Park is open rather than enclosed, so keep an eye on kids near the parking lot and the cove shoreline.
Are there restrooms at Hazelwood Park?
Only a seasonal porta-john near the playground. There's no permanent restroom building on site.
Where do I park at Hazelwood Park?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Hazelwood Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Hazelwood Park?
Dogs allowed on leash.
Is Hazelwood Park wheelchair accessible?
Unconfirmed.
What rules should I know at Hazelwood Park?
No firearms, firecrackers, or fireworks in city parks. No alcohol, gambling, open fires, or vending without a permit in city parks. Park use is not permitted between 10pm and 5am.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (accessibility). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-07-16. Official source. Updated 2026-08-14.