Cashman Park
About this place
Waterfront park on the Merrimack River with ball fields, courts, an off-leash dog lawn, and a picnic table area; the city's live park-rules page is silent on grill fuel type specifically, addressing fires in general instead.
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Common questions
Can you grill at Cashman Park?
Grilling rules at Cashman Park aren't stated on its official page. No permit needed for casual personal use. City ordinance states no fires are permitted except in locations expressly authorized by the parks commission and fire chief; unclear whether this covers contained portable grills or only open campfires. Group events involving fires, food, or more than 50 people require a separate one-day use permit. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
No permit needed for casual personal use. City ordinance states no fires are permitted except in locations expressly authorized by the parks commission and fire chief; unclear whether this covers contained portable grills or only open campfires. Group events involving fires, food, or more than 50 people require a separate one-day use permit.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs shall be leashed and animal waste cleaned up and disposed of; dogs are permitted off leash at certain locations; no dogs permitted on athletic fields, courts, in fountains, or in other restricted park areas.


