A waterfront park on the Merrimack River with a public boat ramp, ballfields, tennis, and a pirate-ship playground that draws families all summer. The off-leash dog lawn only runs during two short daily windows.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free for the park; boat launch day rate applies to trailer parking
Dogs
Off-leash dog lawn permitted 7:30-9am and 4-7pm daily, year-round; leashed the rest of the time
Hours
Newburyport posts no citywide closing time for its parks and conservation land as of mid-2026. The ordinance only bars loud noise between 10pm and 7am and requires athletic-field lights off by 10pm. Posted hours at the entrance win if…
Kayak
Allowed year-round, ice permitting
Managed by
Newburyport Parks Commission (park); Newburyport Harbormaster (boat launch)
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On site
Playground
Pirate-ship structure for ages 3-7 plus a separate fenced toddler zone
Restroom
Pop Crowley Way lot
Common questions
Is Cashman Park open today?
Cashman Park is a public park in Newburyport, MA. Posted hours: Newburyport posts no citywide closing time for its parks and conservation land as of mid-2026. The ordinance only bars loud noise between 10pm and 7am and requires athletic-field lights off by 10pm.….
When is the dog lawn actually off-leash?
Only during the two daily windows, early morning and early evening; outside those hours dogs must stay leashed like anywhere else in the park.
Where do I park at Cashman Park?
Free lot (free for the park; boat launch day rate applies to trailer parking).
Is there an entry fee at Cashman Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Cashman Park?
Off-leash dog lawn permitted 7:30-9am and 4-7pm daily, year-round; leashed the rest of the time