Casey Park is a 4.2-acre field complex on Watertown Street with a Little League diamond, tennis courts, a lit multi-purpose hockey rink, and a playground with a drinking fountain, though restrooms are seasonal port-a-johns rather than a permanent facility.
What to expect
Ages
Tot lot present alongside the main playground, but a specific age split was not published for this site (unlike some others).
Dogs
Watertown bars dogs from most city parks, playgrounds, school grounds, and cemeteries; leashed dogs are allowed only on the marked paved paths of Whitney Hill, Arsenal, Linear, and Saltonstall parks, and off-leash only in the fenced dog…
Hours
8:00 am to dusk; parks with lighting stay open until 10:00 pm.
Ball Sports
Allowed mid-April to December 1
Ice-Skating
Allowed winter, when the lit multi-purpose rink is flooded (not confirmed annually)
Managed by
Watertown Recreation Department
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On site
Restroom
Seasonal port-a-johns
Drinking water
Water fountain on site.
Common questions
What ages is Casey Playground best for?
Tot lot present alongside the main playground, but a specific age split was not published for this site (unlike some others).
Is there an entry fee at Casey Playground?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Casey Playground?
Watertown bars dogs from most city parks, playgrounds, school grounds, and cemeteries; leashed dogs are allowed only on the marked paved paths of Whitney Hill, Arsenal, Linear, and Saltonstall parks, and off-leash only in the fenced dog parks. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs…
What rules should I know at Casey Playground?
Dogs are not permitted here. Watertown's ordinance bars dogs from town parks and school grounds except leashed on marked paths at six named parks (Whitney Hill, Saltonstall, Arsenal, Linear Park, Filippello, and Howe); this site is not one of the exceptions.