Kapolei Regional Park

The only thing I wish this park could have is more shaded areas. Some weekends its really hot and also I’ve notice alot of homeless people are taking a shower in the bathroom from the sink pretty disgusting.

Very very huge area and nice and clean! Minus one star because the huge area has a tiny play area for the kids with non-​standard play sets, I.e., slides, swings, etc.

My kids absolutely love this park! They ask to go here all the time, although there are several parks in the Ewa beach area, they prefer to come to this one.
Maybe it’s the bouncy bridge that they run across, or maybe it’s the seat the spins you round and round til you get so dizzy cause it just won’t stop!
Majority of the equipment on this park is intended for children 5 years and up. The reason for this is because some parts are really high up there. Just a year ago, I worried about my youngest because when he follows his siblings they go all the way to the top. Now at 4 years old, he has no fear.
The park itself is very huge. There is an abundance of open field that allows the kids to run around and throw a football, or kick a soccer ball, if they get tired of the jungle gym… but what kid get tired of a jungle gym?! On sundays, my son plays flag football for playsports hawaii on this field. There is more than enough space for a great deal of teams to play all at once!
Parking is somewhat of an issue. Street parking right in front is best, since its’ within walking distance of the park. Otherwise, you can park in the parking lot, further from the jungle gym itself.
Restrooms are by the parking lot. Kind of a burden when 1 of 3 kids have to go, cause it is a walk away. If one goes, we all go because 1) I’m not taking another trip 2) I’m not leaving any of my kids by themselves just to take one.
Shade is very minimal. Bring your own umbrella for those extra hot days. Benches are scattered all around the area, but bring your own chair just in case.

This is a nice big park. I had two birthday parties here and a baby shower. There is lot’s of room and is a perfect spot to have a party if you need space for games or bouncy houses. We’ve had picnics with our kids here. I haven’t ever had to use the restroom at this park, so I’m not too sure how sanitary it is. But it looks decent on the outside.

I used to love this place. We used to take our now 7 year old to the butterfly garden, and he’d go hunting for bugs and just explore. It’s really gone down hill. Now people just loiter in the upper parking area and Who knows what sort of business they’re doing. Also I’ve seen an increase in homeless people. We’ve seen used condoms and underwear. Yesterday we seen human feces in the grass. Yes human feces!!! I thought it was dog poo, but there were a few pieces of toilet paper next to it. Disgusting! The bench areas closer to the Chinese restaurant has tons of cardboard boxes I assume used as beds by the homeless. It’s quite a sad sight this park.

Always clean, all types of people keep to themselves, has not been over taken by the homeless population, great play park and library nearby, lots of places to choose from to eat, there’s always a breeze, and it’s quiet!

No joke, this park is American Ninja Warrior meets The Hunger Games! My four-​year old has been begging to go to this park all week and we decided to make a special trip to Kapolei just to visit the playground.
PROS:
–Ample parking in the lot or on the street. Great if you’ve got a family or an entire soccer team!
–Huge playground with lots of benches. While we were here there was a school group of 100 kids playing on the field and the playground.
–Wide open spaces for days. The perfect place to make your kids run in gigantic circles to tire them out before dinner!
CONS:
–Very limited amounts of shade. The world needs more trees and this park is in desperate need to those as well! The hot sunny weather in Kapolei will suck you dry so make sure you bring lots and lots of ice water.
–Playground equipment is not all toddler friendly. This was my biggest gripe about this park because the playground equipment is completely cray cray. My four year old had a tough time navigating a lot of it and I felt many of the structures were too high for a child her age. It was challenging even for my nine-​year old daughter who said «It’s like climbing on art. I don’t want to play on art!» We’ll see how we feel on our next visit.
Great place to take your kids for a playdate and close to lots of restaurants and shops!

Beautiful park, lots of open space and a playground. I like to take my daughter here when we’re killing time and I guess it’s alright. I would give it five stars, but the playground is made for older kids, about 5 and up. My daughter is two so she can’t really play on the structures. Just climb up and get stuck, lol. No slides!!! Pfft. I wish they added structures for toddlers. It’s okay though, most of the time we just sit on the grass and we’ll bring bubbles or something. Anyway, there’s lots of parking and benches, but only two tables near the play ground.
Also, they need to stop turning on the sprinklers during midday. What a waste.

We celebrated a baby shower here about two weeks ago. It was a Sunday around noon. Parking lot was full but there was ample street parking. We were also the only party there which was nice!
Restrooms: Filthy. No toilet paper/​handsoap or hand towels.
Thats about the only «meh»
Inregards to pick up soccer games or soccer practice– other people feel entitled to a certain area on the field.
You aint entitled to diddly squat.
You’re name isnt spray painted on the grass.
You snooze. You loose.
First come first serve.
Sigh.
Beware of those people.
Don’t let them bully you.

Wide open spaces at Kapolei Regional Park. I’ve seen some groups play soccer and flag football. When visiting in April 2013, they were working on a brand-​new playground set at the time. Good opportunities to walk, jog, and overall, have plenty of fun! Looks like the park is almost always well maintained.

I like having picnics at this park! A great location in the Kapolei community! In the past there are carnivals and soccer matches and even a few parties! Don’t really need a permit to have a picnic with your family!
The bathrooms are decent enough to use. Bring your own TP after mid-​afternoon.
With the new play ground, it’s great for kids of all ages (even kids at heart) to play on. Word of Caution — make sure to have shoes or footwear. The rubber asphalt gets really HOT! There were a few kids crying because their slipper fell off and they had to walk on the hot ground.
Also FYI to some parents — the playground is not a babysitter. You still have to watch your child (ren). After helping a few kids get down from the different play sets, I asked where their parents are and some were in their vehicle or talking with other parents. I’m gonna watch your kid because of safety, but it’s not my responsibility parents!
Maybe in the C&C can build a water fountain close to the playground because it’s too far of a walk to the fountain by the restroom.
Public Parking in the Lot or on the road.

Great place to train and play. Incline, grassy areas you can’t go wrong. Right now it’s filled with soccer and flag football games. Come and join the fun!

What do I look for in a park? First off, where is the bathroom? Is it generally clean? Is it close to anywhere I’d usually situate myself in? In this case, there is no mistaking where the bathroom is and it is generally stocked with TP (at the time I looked — there WAS TP) and the sinks actually have running water. Always a good idea to bring your napkins just in case as well as bringing some hand sanitizer with you wherever you go (again…my OCD neat-​freakness-​gotta-​be-​clean-​ness comes out). It’s just one of those in-​bred kind of things.
Second, are there trees? grown trees for shade? Again, not disappointed here — plenty of trees and WIDE OPEN SPACES. I absolutely adore sprawling yards upon yards of green, manicured fields! This has got to be one of Kapolei’s best kept secret. Seriously, tons of space without encroaching on a neighboring party. I’ve seen on many occasions party tents and the most elaborate jumper set up here.
Parking is not an issue here. Tons of it and if there isn’t any in the lot, there is street parking available. It’s proximity to retail shops is ideal as well (just in case you need more ice or drinks there is a Safeway across the street as well as 7 – 11 and area restaurants… and TARGET not even 10 minutes away. Although it’s close to shops, once you get to the park — it really feels like you are «away» from it all. Such a luxury to have this much play land!
The only thing lacking from this park would be a beach… but then again, it’s a PARK for goodness sakes. We’re a bit spoiled living on a island thinking that a park MUST have a beach… trust me, this place doesn’t disappoint. Comparable to the parks I’ve been to on the mainland — clean, spacious and just downright beautiful place to come and spend a day in the grass daydreaming.

Very nice park! Lots of space for playing sports, parties, or even just hanging out. Public Bathroom right in front of the parking lot, although, might not always be stocked with toilet paper… soon there will be a nice big playground open for the kiddies too.

It is nice and spacious… a simple open land park next to a library. A great way to spend a lazy day.

Nice and green, very peaceful place.

This is a nice big park. It is in walking/​running distance too my house, so it is pretty close. It is also located neat Kapolei Library. Wish this park had more shade/​trees, benches and a nice pave area for running. Mostly open green area for play.

This is a really cool park to go to to spend some free time at. There is tons of grass space to go running around and doing whatever your hearts desire to the sound of music. It is a great place to take the kids to and let them use all of their energy for one day. The parking can be limiting depending on when you come over here such as if there is a sports game, community events, family picnics, etc. If the parking gets full there is always street parking right alongside the park. There are two parking lot areas. The park is conveniently located right across from the Kapolei Public Library and it is close to the shopping plaza across the street. If you are going to have a picnic or having one then it is easily accessible to grab some food nearby and restock on some other items. There isn’t much table or seating areas in the park so you will have to bring your own sitting material to have seat in. The residents of Kapolei are lucky to have an awesome park like this.
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Beautiful park with some parking issues on a busy day. Park is near shopping center and lots of restaurants to dine after a day at the park.