Prescott Park is a large public green space alongside the Piscataqua River on what was once a derelict piece of ground in the Portsmouth waterfront. Josie and Sarah Prescott donated the park to the citizens of Portsmouth, and it has become a popular site for summer festivals. You can enjoy strolling through the lovely gardens, which feature formal gardens, lawns, fountains, and experimental flower beds.

There are three boardwalk piers and a public docking area, so you can bring your boat and explore neighboring Four Tree Island, which has picnic tables and barbecue grills. There are also a few historic buildings to admire including the 200-year old Shaw’s Warehouse, which features the original all-wood construction and Sheaf’s Warehouse, which dates back to 1705.

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