The best parks & outdoor spots in Lawrence
6 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Fan Pier Park
Parks & OutdoorsManicured & landscaped walk on the marina with grassy seating areas, benches, tables & fire pits.
Fan Pier Park
Parks & OutdoorsWeir Hill
Parks & OutdoorsPark featuring a lake and a hilltop with views, plus trails for hiking and dog walking.
Weir Hill
Parks & OutdoorsCharles River Esplanade
Parks & OutdoorsThis green space along the river offers a walking/jogging path, various events & views of the city.
Charles River Esplanade
Parks & OutdoorsStevens-Coolidge House & Gardens
Parks & OutdoorsBeautiful garden with a historic house where kids can interact with reindeer (at Christmastime at least) and punch cards.
Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens
Parks & OutdoorsShedd Park
Parks & OutdoorsWhen the kids need to burn energy fast, Shedd Park delivers with a splash pad, big playground, and plenty of athletic fields for pickup…
Shedd Park
Parks & OutdoorsSplash Pad
Parks & OutdoorsBring the crew to Splash Pad at O'Donnell Park for a no-fuss cool-down, where kids can dash through sprays while you catch a breather…
Splash Pad
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