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Stark Park
River Rd, Manchester, NH 03104
Metropark🪢 Leash required
33 acres
⭐ 4.5
420 reviews
Stark Park in Manchester, New Hampshire, provides shaded walks along the Merrimack River for leashed dogs, with benches for rests. Water access, parking, and trash cans make it practical for daily strolls. Avoid peak hours to dodge crowds.
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- Park
- Stark Park
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Manchester, New Hampshire
- Coordinates
- 43.0119, -71.4517
- Size
- 33 acres
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.5 / 5 (420 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.5 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- June 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:Yes
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.5/ 10
Solid
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
Historic Manchester park along the Merrimack River. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Parking
- Trash cans
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