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. 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 they differ.
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. The ordinance only bars loud noise between 10pm and 7am and requires athletic-field lights off by 10pm. Posted hours….
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