Cascading Waters

In August of 2017, the city's first ever off-leash dog park opened. Within Vernon Hill Park, this double-gated, enclosed, and protected area allows dogs and dog lovers a place to go and enjoy the companionship of other animals.

It's a fenced-in and secure space where dogs and dog lovers may socialize and enjoy the companionship of other animals. The dog park is near the railroad bridge in Mailea Square, at the intersection of Franklin Street, Foster Street, Francis J. McGrath Boulevard, and Green Street.

Hiking trails, a 1912 sandstone observation tower, and seats may be found in this 117-acre woodland park.

The Town of Thompson's Field purchased 57 acres in 1984, which is now known as the Thompson's Field Conservation Area. Groundwater running toward the adjacent public wellfield was mostly protected by the mosaic of woodlands and farmland.

Much of this land is thought to have been purchased from the Saquatucket Native Americans in 1668 by pioneer John Bell. The land passed through several owners before being purchased by the town over 300 years later to safeguard the Herring River, West Reservoir, and surrounding woodlands.

The Harwich Recreation and Youth Department's facilities and programs are open to all Harwich residents, both adults and children.