A 5.22-acre playground bordering Shepard Street, with a softball field and playground equipment.
What to expect
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed in town parks and public areas, with off-leash use only on the owner's property or at the Lime Street dog park. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Accessibility
Communication boards for nonverbal children were installed at Bud Orne as part of a townwide inclusive-play push
Ball Sports
Allowed spring-fall
Managed by
Marblehead Recreation & Parks Department
781-631-3350 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there inclusive play equipment?
The town added communication boards with picture icons here in 2024 to help children who communicate differently join in, though the rest of the equipment is standard play structures.
Is there an entry fee at Bud Orne Playground?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Bud Orne Playground?
Dogs must be leashed in town parks and public areas, with off-leash use only on the owner's property or at the Lime Street dog park. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Is Bud Orne Playground wheelchair accessible?
Communication boards for nonverbal children were installed at Bud Orne as part of a townwide inclusive-play push