Lowell Playground is a compact neighborhood ballfield and playground on Orchard Street, with a Little League diamond, tot lot, and basketball court shared by nearby residents.
What to expect
Ages
Playground equipment is rated for ages 5-12, with a separate tot lot for ages 2-5.
Surface
Surface material not specified in town records.
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
8:00 am to dusk; parks with lighting stay open until 10:00 pm.
Accessibility
No accessibility features documented for this site.
Ball Sports
Allowed mid-April to December 1
Managed by
Watertown Recreation Department
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Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
What's here
On site
Restroom
Seasonal port-a-johns on site
Picnic area
Playing field with basketball court and playground; no dedicated picnic tables listed.
Not here
No drinking water
Not listed among the site's amenities.
Common questions
What ages is the playground good for?
There is playground equipment for ages 5 to 12 and a separate tot lot for ages 2 to 5.
What ages is Lowell Playground best for?
Playground equipment is rated for ages 5-12, with a separate tot lot for ages 2-5.
What's the surface at Lowell Playground?
Surface material not specified in town records. Poured-rubber and mats stay cooler and are easier for wheels than sand or mulch.
Is there an entry fee at Lowell Playground?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Lowell 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.
Is Lowell Playground wheelchair accessible?
No accessibility features documented for this site.
What rules should I know at Lowell 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.