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Hersey Field

31 Thaxter St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA

Hingham Recreation: (781) 741-1464

https://hinghamma.myrec.com/info/facilities/area_info.aspx?FacilityID=14728&AreaID=14730

Owned By: Town of Hingham

This small park on Thaxter Street includes 2 Little League baseball fields, an open grassy area, picnic tables, and a small fenced-in playground designed for children ages 5-12.

Features

The fenced-in playground has a gate that closes securely.

This land is within the region of the Massachuseuk (or Massachusett) Native American tribe.

Habitats and Wildlife

This grassy field has some trees around its perimeter — mostly maples and oaks. The property is within the watershed of Hingham Bay. Waters and streams here flow eastward and empty into Hingham Harbor.

31 Thaxter St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA

Historic Site: No

Park: Yes

Beach: No

Boat Launch: No

Lifeguards: No

Size: 4.7 acres

Hours: Dawn to Dusk

Parking: On-site parking area for 8 vehicles.

Cost: Free

Trail Difficulty: Easy

Facilities:

Fenced in playground with gate, 2 baseball fields, bleachers, 2 picnic tables, benches.

Dogs: Dogs must remain on leash. Scoop the poop!

Boat Ramp: No

ADA Access: No

Scenic Views: Yes

Waterbody/Watershed: Hingham Bay

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