Piscataquog River Park - George W. Smith Entrance

About this park

An unfenced, multi-use park on the West Side with ball fields, river access, and wooded trails connecting to the Piscataquog Rail Trail and Kelly's Falls. Foot traffic is light, the open fields are well kept, and there's enough room for ball-throwing on the maintained sections. Reviews repeatedly warn that the deeper trails attract trash, encampments, and broken glass, so an on-leash visit works best if you stick to the open areas.

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Frequently asked

Is this an off-leash dog park?

No. It's unfenced with no dog enclosure, and leash laws apply. The open fields give room for recall work when they're empty, but there's no fenced off-leash area.

Is it safe to walk a dog here?

On the maintained ball fields and main rail-trail spur, generally yes. Reviewers repeatedly warn of broken glass, trash, and encampments along the deeper trails toward Kelly's Falls, so stay on the open sections.

Are waste bags provided?

No. There are no bag dispensers on site, so bring your own.

Is there parking?

Yes, there's a lot, but it can fill up when games are running on the ball fields.

Can it be used in winter?

Yes. The rail-trail spur is plowed through the winter, which makes it one of the more reliable cold-weather walks on the West Side.