A playground at Lower Shawsheen Field, entered from York Street with parking off Balmoral Street, rebuilt with ADA-compliant poured-in-place rubber surfacing, accessible gates and basket swings. It's aimed mainly at 5-to-12-year-olds, with a few swing and spinner elements for younger kids.
What to expect
Ages
Primarily 5 to 12, with a few elements (swings, spinner, see-saw) usable by younger kids
Surface
Poured-in-place rubber surfacing (ADA compliant) with some engineered wood fiber mulch and accessible pathways
Splash pad
No splash pad here; the town's planning notes say a splash pad fits better at one of Andover's larger playgrounds
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
Andover requires any dog off its owner's premises to be held on a leash no longer than six feet and under a person's control. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
Andover conservation land is open to the public without a permit from sunrise to sunset. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Accessibility
ADA-compliant pathways, accessible gates and accessible play equipment including basket swings
Managed by
Andover Parks, Grounds and Forestry
WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
Common questions
It's built mainly for 5-to-12-year-olds, though a few elements like the swings and spinner work for younger kids too.
Accessible/inclusive equipment?
Yes: ADA pathways, accessible gates, and basket swings.
Is Lower Shawsheen Playground fully fenced?
Yes. Good for toddlers who bolt.
What ages is Lower Shawsheen Playground best for?
Primarily 5 to 12, with a few elements (swings, spinner, see-saw) usable by younger kids
What's the surface at Lower Shawsheen Playground?
Poured-in-place rubber surfacing (ADA compliant) with some engineered wood fiber mulch and accessible pathways Poured-rubber and mats stay cooler and are easier for wheels than sand or mulch.
Does Lower Shawsheen Playground have a splash pad, and when does it run?
No splash pad here; the town's planning notes say a splash pad fits better at one of Andover's larger playgrounds
Is there an entry fee at Lower Shawsheen Playground?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to Lower Shawsheen Playground?
Andover requires any dog off its owner's premises to be held on a leash no longer than six feet and under a person's control. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is Lower Shawsheen Playground wheelchair accessible?
ADA-compliant pathways, accessible gates and accessible play equipment including basket swings