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Nipper Maher Park

Details unconfirmedPark · Waltham, MA
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What to expect

Entry fee
None checked Jul 15, 2026
Dogs
Waltham requires every dog in a street or public place, including its parks and playgrounds, to be effectively restrained on a leash no longer than 10 feet. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Accessibility
Described as wheelchair accessible by a listing; not confirmed by an official source.
Managed by
Waltham Recreation Department (781) 314-3475 · Website

What's here

On site

Playground
Playground and aquatic spray facility alongside the sports fields.
Restroom
On-site park building
Tennis courts and basketball court

Worth knowing

  • Several dog-walking listing sites list Nipper Maher Park as a dog-friendly spot, but this appears to conflict with the city's stated no-dogs-on-fields rule; likely refers to leashed walking on paths, not off-leash play.

Common questions

Is there an entry fee at Nipper Maher Park?
None
Can I bring my dog to Nipper Maher Park?
Waltham requires every dog in a street or public place, including its parks and playgrounds, to be effectively restrained on a leash no longer than 10 feet. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is Nipper Maher Park wheelchair accessible?
Described as wheelchair accessible by a listing; not confirmed by an official source.
What rules should I know at Nipper Maher Park?
Dogs are not allowed on the athletic fields at any time, despite the park's frequent appearance on general dog-walking listing sites.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (hours). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-11-06.