The playground at James Russell Lowell Elementary School serves the school day but, like most Watertown school playgrounds, is generally accessible to the public outside school hours.
What to expect
Ages
Elementary school (preK through grade 5), so equipment is scaled for roughly ages 4-11.
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
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
Watertown's unlit parks are open 8:00 a.m. to dusk, and parks with lighting stay open until 10:00 p.m. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ.
Accessibility
Not confirmed.
Managed by
James Russell Lowell Elementary School
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Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
Common questions
What ages is James Russell Lowell Elementary School Playground best for?
Elementary school (preK through grade 5), so equipment is scaled for roughly ages 4-11.
What's the surface at James Russell Lowell Elementary School Playground?
Not confirmed. Poured-rubber and mats stay cooler and are easier for wheels than sand or mulch.
Is there an entry fee at James Russell Lowell Elementary School Playground?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to James Russell Lowell Elementary School 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…
Is James Russell Lowell Elementary School Playground wheelchair accessible?
Not confirmed.
What rules should I know at James Russell Lowell Elementary School 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.