This community dog park next to the Ala Wai canal, has great parking, and is well-maintained! I don't live in the area but love this little community dog park. Located alongside a walking path, this is a great area to walk and then have your dog play with other dogs. There are two sides, for small dogs and big dogs. Secured with a double gate so no one accidently gets out. There even is a gate in the middle so you can switch sides if your dog doesn't vibe with either side. There's a few benches to sit at while your pup plays around, and it's a great way to chat with other dog owners in the community. This is a more simple dog park, there isn't a water fountain for the dogs -- so be sure to bring a bottle + bowl for your dog. What really makes this dog park is it's proximity to the canal, the water really does make the ambiance so much nicer. read more

It's super small!!! No dogs either. I was sad lol. Our dogs too were lonely. Hopefully more people come.

This is my all time favorite dog park on this island. As a daily goer, it's so peaceful and there's over a dozen of amazing dogs to interact with. I like that this dog park is divided for small dogs and big dogs. I have met so many amazing people here too. Endless friendships! Tons of friendly regulars to talk to. The location is close to the ala wai and has perfect views of Waikiki. I love how there's a giant field on the outside of the park for people to have their dogs off leash for ball or frisbee. Walking to the park is very pleasant because you can see so many gardens along the way. read more

Ala Wai Dog Park - There's a rainbow that shows up almost every time I go to this park. - Dog Parks Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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It's a fenced off area with separate places for large and small doggos. There's a view of the Ala Wai, a couple of benches with shade, and it's surpringly well maintained. It's the perfect place to stop at if you plan to walk around/a portion of the Ala Wai with your pup and stop at the dog park. Also, mostly only friendly dogs stay at the dog park, so them, along with their owners create a very friendly dog community, super sweet!! The only bad thing is that it is often out of poop bags (donations are greatly appreciated), and the 'Iolani softball field is right next to the dog park. There is a sign that says "No Animals", and they really enforce it. They get extremely irritated if you bring your dog on the field especially if they're in the middle of practice and you don't pick up the poop! read more

Ala Wai Dog Park - Koa meeting Cocoa and Joshua at the dog park - Dog Parks Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Your community dog parks are ways for everyone who has a dog to socialize with other pet owners and their special friends. It's always a good time to be had here, especially at Ala Wai Dog Park. I was here with a friend of mine with her dog on one September 2020 evening. We just happened to be walking her dog and passed by this dog park on her way home from Walmart Keeaumoku. It was a nice walk here and there wasn't too much people with their pets. The only thing I didn't enjoy about this experience was the weird odors that tend to come from this place. Dog waste and urine smells are a turn off, if you're not used to it or don't have a pet. It certainly put me off, but it was a social place for dogs and their owners t come and enjoy themselves. The experience here with my friend and her dog lasted about 1 hour before it got dark. This little dog park is a block away from the larger Ala Wai community park and situated next to Iolani School. I ended up watching my friend and her dog socialize with whoever was there behind the fenced area, away from the dogs. I enjoyed the outdoor space, as usual, being outside is helpful especially these days from COVID19. The smell, not so much, but it was nice to see dogs running around and the people talking, even if they were social distancing and wearing masks. Sometimes, you just need to get yourself and your pet outside of the house for some fresh air. We did just that. The overall experience here at the Ala Wai dog park was nice for what it is. While it is not a community park per say, it's a small place for dogs and dog owners to come together to chill and hang out. It kind of made me want a dog in my life. The Ala Wai dog park is maintained by the good folks at the City and County of Honolulu - Parks and Recreation division. It was nice to see people and their pets roaming around and it reminded me of simpler times before this whole COVID-19 thing came about. Now, its practically what anybody thinks about nowadays. For the most part though, this small corner of Ala Wai Community Park helps bring families with pets together and sharing commonality with each other. It helps dogs socialize and brings somewhat of a normalcy to their lives when a lot of things are in turmoil right now in our world. I try to focus on these things as the dogs play with each other and the dog owners talk about various topics. It helps to remind yourself of how life was like before COVID-19 and being at the dog park helps, along with any other community park. It was nice seeing the various breeds of dogs and how they playfully interacted with each other. If you are in the area and want to bring your dog here for social interaction, best bet would be to come here during the morning hours or the late afternoon hours for maximum social interaction. Hidden gem if you're in the area. The Ala Wai dog park is located in the University / Ala Moana area of urban Honolulu. It's kind of tucked away from the main thouroughfare of Kapiolani Blvd, but it's there when you do a detour. It's physical address is 2444 Hihiwai Street, 96826. Like all dog parks in the community, there is no admission fee charged. There's even a partition for larger dogs to play with each other, separating them with the smaller dogs, so there's no big dog small dog confrontations. For the most part though, my experience here at the Ala Wai dog park was nice and definitely well needed. It was nice to see social gatherings amongst pets and people while trying to be socially distancing too, in this COVID world we all currently live in. I normally don't hang out in this part of town, but it was nice to be here. Watching the dogs play and interact was nice. It was symbolic of how humans treat each other - at least that's how I see it. As far as parking goes, your only choice would be street parking on neighboring streets nearby. If you are like me, best bet is routes 1, 3, 9,13, and Country Express A. It's a nice walk from Ala Moana Shopping center and you can take a break here to watch cute dogs interact with each other. The ambiance is nice and definitely cool to be outdoors, especially when the lockdown can be so depressing. 5.0 stars for the overall experience. Support local! A+ read more

Great dog park right along the Ala Wai. There is half for big dogs and half for small dogs- crazily enough, the small dog side is the place to be! There is a little shade and a great bench. Part of it tends to get muddy at times. Mostly nice dogs and alert owners in my opinion! The best place to park is at the Ala Wai park next to the school and use the bike path to walk over towards 'Iolani. Only bring well socialized dogs to keep this park a good experience for all and remember to bring your own bags to pick up after your pet. read more

Ala Wai Dog Park - A gate (that can be opened!) separates the small dog park and the big dog park! - Dog Parks Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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A great dog park, lots of socializing with really nice dogs and their owners, yet plenty of places to sit and relax on your own. Honolulu had demonstrated such a terrific commitment to dogs, lots of great dog parks in this beautiful city. read more

Amazing dog park especially for socializing your pup. Peak occupancy is pau hana time from 5 pm until just before sundown. Many competent owners and playful, loving dogs. There are two separate gated areas for small and large breeds. If your dog needs more space to zoom around, there is additional open space (when 'Iolani practice ends) for off leash fun. DON'T PARK BY ALA WAI ELEMENTARY. Go further down Date Street. There is closer parking down 'Iolani School drive. read more

One can't fully appreciate a dog park until your little furchild shows it on his face! I had run past this little chained area without a second thought hundreds of times. It wasn't until the little man came into my life that I finally stepped inside! The Ala Wai Dog Park is right along the Ala Wai canal near the public gardens, elementary school and golf course. There is plenty of free parking at the two park parking lots, one is closer than the other. It's best to come here on foot, as the pedestrian/bike trail goes right by the entrance. There is ample area to park a bike as well. The only negatives are that it can get hot and sunny during certain times of day and the year, and that it will also get very muddy after rain. The latter negative for the parents may be super fun for the little ones! It's a nice sized area for the pups to run free and fast. There is a gate dividing the park into an area for small dogs and one for large; I've seen this used sometimes but seems to remain open. There is an area for drinking water and many free-use toys. Planting continues to increase and grow; eventually there will be a lot more shade for the parents to sit and relax. There are benches as well. Litter bags are provided, so pick up after your pets. It's nice a volunteer led place like exists for our furry companions to stretch their legs! read more

A happy dog is a healthy dog. When our furbabies see us grabbing the chuck it and poop bags, they start spinning in circles and running for the front door. When our usual play area is being used, we head over to this park. Usually lots of empty parking stalls if we get here by 4:30. It's about a 5 minute walk from the parking lot to the park, and the dogs usually do their business by the time we get there. The park itself is divided into 2 sections, to separate the big and small dogs. Not usually enforced though, unless the bigger dogs are rough or aggressive. The ground is bare and patchily grass covered, with minimal shade except for a couple of small trees. One bench in each area to sit on, although at our last visit, one of the ladies brought about 4 extra large planters that she turned over to be used for stools. There is a plastic kiddie pool filled with water that some of the dogs love! A few tennis balls and squeakers are strewn about for anyone to use. The regulars there seem to run a tight ship. Very good about watching for dogs that poop and making sure their owner picks up after them. Good place to come if you don't mind your dog getting dirty. Lots of dirt to roll around in! read more

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There isn't many places you can take your dog to run and be free but this is one I hope stays in operation. I went here as soon as I found out where it was and my puppy had all her shots. The park is secure and the entrance has a double gate so you know your dog won't escape. The volunteers keep the grounds up and they do a pretty good job. Bags for poop are available as well as toys and pans for water. Everyone seems to watch their dogs. If not then others are quick to brake up dogs that get a little rough. Never any fighting just bully dogs. There's some benches on either side of the park. One for the larger dog area and one for the smaller dog area. Only downside is the homeless living in the trees along the water side (Ala wai). They don't bother but it's very unattractive. All in all I love the park and the people that come are friendly. Perfect place to socialize your dog. read more

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This is such an amazing park best suited for small/ medium dogs or peaceful large dogs. The neighborhood is mostly comprised of apartments & condo's so, under 20pound dogs are predominant at this park. This is also one of the few places where you can let your dog roam leash-free in clean & daily-mowed bright green grass (vs. the dirt filled park at diamond head). My dog, Benji, is very popular & has many many friends here. This is the park that I discovered that Benji has a pug fetish. If you have a pug, my Benji wants to meet you!!! read more

This is certainly a place to let your little buddy run and 'be a dog'. There are some receptacles for droppings, however do be aware that the groundskeeping is done by volunteers, and care is required. Support your community and pick up after your dogs, and keep the area in clean order. That being said, the Ala Wai Dog Park is certainly one of a few places in town that is great environment for your dogs. The Dog Park is located behind Ala Wai Elementary School, next to the community gardens fronting the Canal. Parking is available at the end of University Avenue by the School, or at the Iolani School Driveway just off Date Street. Parking is plentiful over the weekends. There are two park areas - one for dogs +20 lbs, and one below 20 lbs. Both park areas are of equal areas with a bench over a concrete pavement, under some shade by potted plants for you to take a load off, and to keep an eye on your dog. Certainly with the traffic over the dog park, do anticipate some dirt and mud spots do exist within both park areas. So if your buddy is an indoor/outdoor dog, consider that you may need to do some feet-washing before he comes back into your home. At the end of my trip here, my feeling is that it's struggling to be maintained, but it's a good setup for your dog. It is an issue for me when given its location, when I come here it's only for the dog park, and nothing else. Nothing much else around, so if I'm taking my dog out for an excursion, it'll be the beach. If it's at all possible, I'd like for the play areas to be much larger than what they have now. read more

Ala Wai Dog Park - Dog Parks Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I used to love this park. The first time I took Bud here was in November, 2014. The park, I believe, was fairly new at the time, so there was plenty of grass. It was a very good experience, and I enjoyed watching Bud run around and make friends. I continued to take Bud here (among visiting other parks), because of the convenience of the location and hours. I live in town, so driving to this park is very easy for me. Also, there are some days in which I do not get out of work until close to 8pm, and this park is open until 10pm, so it was another good factor. Here's why the park lost stars: LACK OF MAINTENANCE. Today was my first day back after about two months of staying the heck away from this place. I hoped that in the several weeks I stayed away from this park, SOMEBODY would have stepped in to maintain the park. What's the main problem? There is little to NO GRASS left at this park! My dog, being a frequent dog park goer, got very injured from running around in this park one Saturday afternoon in late February. The reason is due to the fact that the grass is almost completely gone, and all that is left is hard dirt. His paws were completely blistered, and all of the skin peeled off! He couldn't walk for two days, and had to be carried in and out of my apartment building just to use the bathroom. Otherwise, he just slept the entire time because he was so miserable. I didn't get any pictures of the blisters, because I was too busy trying to take care of him. I did, however, get several pictures of the park both in November when there was still grass, and today, when the grass is almost all gone. Hopefully this gets fixed soon, because I had such high expectations about this park, but it is continuously proving to be a disappointment. PROS: 1. Location (in town!) 2. Hours (open early, closes late) 3. Has a Water Spigot CONS: 1. Poorly Maintained (depleting amount of grass) 2. Hidden (most people get lost on their walk to even find the place) 3. Size (far too small and gets cramped when busy) 4. Not Safe at Night (bring a buddy aside from your dog) 5. No Shade read more

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Woot! A green grassy park for midget-size dogs! My cocker puppy roughhoused with dogs his own size and smaller! In fact, at 20 pounds, he was one of the biggest dogs there. Quite different from the Diamond Head Bark Park where he was the smallest by far! Also better than Diamond Head because there is actually grass! No red dirt blowing in your face! No durrty dog coated in dog saliva caked with red durt! Less cool than 18th & Diamond Head because there are no benches for owners to sit on, and the dogs can "escape" because this is really just the corner of a baseball field. Which a soccer team was using to practice on. But I'm not complaining. Dogs stay in one corner, footballers are far away, and everyone is happy and oh so joyful and frolicksome! read more

After driving all the way out to Hawaii Kai Sunday afternoon to have it start pouring rain, decided to try to venture back towards town to check the Ala Wai dog park (Humane Society dog park closes at 4pm on the weekends, so no-go). No rain in the waikiki area so now just have to find this place... I used the location listed on yelp, but was so confused as to where this place actually is... Saw a few other people also looking for the park as well after entering the strange backwards-seeming one-way entry. I began walking with kiyoshi down the path past the baseball field, community gardens & playground areas... seemed to have been walking quite a ways... still unsure if that was even the right way to go, asked a man near by with a dog if I was going the right way to the park. He said its further, keep going. Walking some more along the path by the ala wai, we finally arrived at the park - all the way down the path, beside Kozuki stadium. Its pretty small, but seemed well kept. There were several small dogs - less than 18 lbs, a lot of toy and mini breeds that you usually don't see at the bigger dog parks here. This page: http://alawaik9playground.com/ provides better info about where the park actually is since the address on yelp is sort of a bit of a walk from the park. Although the park seems to be the smallest of the off-leash dog parks I've been to, there was many dogs in the small dog side & the hours for the park are pretty convenient - 5AM to 10PM. Next time I go, I will keep going a little bit further down Kapiolani - and turn into the park parkinglot on University instead so I can spend more time at the park and less time walking there. read more

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There's not a lot of dog parks in town so when I found out about this one around the same time I got my furbaby lana, I thought "great!" I used to go there every day when lana was a puppy but as she grew older, she didn't like being enclosed. The dogpark is separated into a small and big dog area by a fence that can be open to combine it. Overall, its a small park compared to other dogparks. The dogpark is secure and is double gated. This dogpark is located along the Ala Wai canal behind ala wai elementary and iolani school. It's hidden and cannot be spotted on the road unless you are on the waikiki side of ala canal. You can park at ala wai park or near iolani school and you walk in. I used to really love this place but its just too small and not a lot of space to run around for some dogs. But its a great place for dogs to socialize and the hoomans too (haha) read more

Kevin Costner and I love the dog park by our house. He loves to run, play and pee on trees. The big dogs and little dogs are separated so you don't have to worry. It's clean and new. Kevin hasn't gotten fleas or anything from it so yea! I love the walk along the Ala Wai and the nice people at the dog park. read more

Ala Wai Dog Park - On our way to the puppy park! - Dog Parks Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

It's nice to finally have a dog park around this neighborhood. Throughout the years of coming to this dog park, I continue to have mixed feelings. In the past, I've taken my pup around Diamond Head Bark Park which is still a drive away from this area. Before the existence of the Ala Wai dog park, people would congregate around the soccer field not too far away. I personally don't like taking my pup to an unsecured area without a fence or a barrier of some kind. As for the Ala Wai Dog park, there are dog park rules as there are at any other dog parks on the state. I like the two divides for the small and big dogs. Thankfully the fence does open in the middle should all owners feel comfortable for all dogs to play together. The past times I've visited, volunteers/Park Rangers are available that stand guard to watch dogs and owners to make sure everyone is adhering to the rules. Since opening to the public on September of 2014, the park has only improved throughout the couple years of its existence. Although the park is smaller compare to the other dog parks on this side of the island, I'm glad dogs in the vicinity finally have a place safe to run around in. My main complaint was there was no shade or tall trees for owners to stand under during the hot blazing sun as they watch their dogs run around in the heat, especially in the middle of the day. A couple of benches available for owners that want to sit and relax with their calm demeanor pups. Upon entering with your pup, there is a secured glass pin board for updates and information on the park. This is updated randomly by the community or by the park rangers. Small dogs go on the right and the large are on the left gate. The park is always clean and just like any other doggy parks; it will get muddy on the day after the rain. Water bowls are on both sides of the park along with plastic poop bags for everyone to use. Please pick up after your pup as our fur-children are relying on us to keep their parks open. Donate a few poop bags if you have any extras. My pup and I enjoyed our puppy times here and not had any aggressive experiences with other dogs. There are new trees and other new foliage planted around the park as well since visiting recently and it shows someone has been caring for this park. Prime times are around 5pm and this park does get randomly crowded depending on the weather as well. Little FYI's The placement of the park may have not been thought out completely because it's burrowed deep within the Ala Wai Park and it is a distance away from any visibility. But when you find it, you and your pup are golden. Where is the park? The park is located by the Ala Wai Elementary school. Where do I park? - If you're coming from Date St., you will enter on Iolani School Driveway. Drive all the way through before before you hit Hihiwai St. You won't miss the doggy park to your left. -If you're coming from Kapiolani Blvd., enter through University Ave., until you reach the Ala Wai Park. Parking is ample there. However, the walk is a bit far from the dog park. Follow the Ala Wai Park trail and the dog park will be on your left and the Ala Wai Canal to your right. read more

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My boyfriend and I just moved into town from the west side and it was pretty hard finding a place that allowed our fur babies - Allamea and Max, to run around and play with other dogs. They're pit bull mixes, so weekly socializing along with their training and daily exercise is a big thing for us and for them. Pros: - Everyone is so nice and attentive to their dogs. They make sure their dogs play nicely and if a fight breaks loose, they are sure to come running to their pups - Clean (sort of... a few owners don't pick up after their dogs) and taken care of. The park has supplies and I do a little cleaning while I'm there - Great amount of dogs. I go in the afternoon around the time of 4:30 to 6:30, and there are tons of dogs for my babies to play with. Cons: - The area is a bit small for my baby. She's part terrier and she just crashed into the fence sometimes because she's use to a big open space - Some dog owners can't pick up dog poop - Small dogs need to stay in the small dog area and should enter the large dog area at your own risk. No need to yell at someone else's 70 pound dog for almost crushing your 10 pound pup. PLEASE VACCINATE YOUR DOG! IM GLAD THAT THE PEOPLE I HAVE SO FAR MET, HAVE VACCINATED THEIR FUR BABIES ANNUALLY. I recommend this place for all dog owners with good dogs. If your pups a little aggressive or it's their first time, a lot of the dog owners are very welcoming and will introduce you to the way of a dog park quickly. I love this place and I'll definitely keep coming back. read more

Call me Cruella, but I don't like animals let alone dogs. But everyday when I jog by this park, I feel like buying a dog or stealing one. You'll find the cutest little things running around here! The owners seem super nice, though, so I try keep the kleptomania under control. The pups seem to be there everyday between the late afternoon and early evening. A few times I've seen/smelled potluck food, too. I want an English bulldog puppy now! read more

Great place to bring our dog for a little bit of socializing and exercise. Lots of space to run around on grass as far as the eye can see. The first few times we brought our dog here we kept him on a leash. However, after constantly seeing lots of dogs running "commando", we decided to give it a try. The second we took off his leash, he ran off like he was escaping Shawshank State Prison. Like a child, if you chase them they will think it's a game and keep going. So I started running off in the opposite direction, and thankfully it worked. He still does a "Shawshank" once in awhile, but luckily he never runs off too far, and comes back. The only negatives I can think about this park would be the parking is sometimes hard to find, and owners not picking up after their dogs. Otherwise, this is one of the best dog parks we've been to. read more

What a chill dog park, and so much beautiful, grassy space. I don't know who has more fun, the dogs or me watching them get to go full tilt for no reason! Mostly little dogs here, some midsized or big playful, lovable dogs, as well. The park is along the fence of a few soccer and baseball fields, so there are times it is shared. Even then there is plenty of room. My Chihuahua Terrier is getting a little older and is not exactly a social butterfly. Yet after bringing her here a few times I am totally comfortable with it. She still doesn't play with the others as much as I'd like her to, but the freedom to run circles around me and sniff all those behinds.. oh she loves it. Remember to bring the poop baggies, water, and maybe a chair or mat for yourself. I'm not sure if there are specific hours, I was told people start showing up as the day begins to cool down. What about days that are just cold? Maybe nobody goes, I don't know. I just try to go an hour or so before sunset. Check the official website for the dog park rules. Funny story, one day I was watching all the dogs have a ball, while keeping an eye on mine. Entertained, as usual. I feel something on my foot, but I don't think anything of it. Then I hear, "Oh no.. did he just pee on you?! He did, didn't he!" Yup. Luckily I was wearing some junky slippers. A dog had snuck up and peed right on my foot! The owner was very apologetic and poured water on my foot to help wash it off. I was more humored than anything. Guess it might have been different if I had a nice pair of shoes on.. But who does at the dog park? Sooo "accidents" do happen. Most folks here do keep an eye on their dogs and are conscientious and friendly. Not everybody, but most. I had a heck of a time getting here the first time, so hopefully these directions help: -Get on University Ave heading toward the Ala Wai. -Go straight through all stop lights, including the last one at the Kapiolani intersection. -Continue going straight, the road with end, and you will end up in a parking lot with a playground and courts on your right. -The easiest way to find the park from here is to park your car, make your way to the paved walkway next to the Ala Wai canal. -Once there, take a right onto the walkway. This should put the Ala Wai on your left. -A few minutes walk and you are there! read more

My friends bring their dogs here all the time and enjoy their visits so I knew it was time for me to bring my dog! I was a tad reluctant when I learned that your dog had to be off-leash but when I saw that it was securely gated, I felt more relieved. It's hidden in the back corner of Ala Wai Elementary School, located right across the Ala Wai Canal from Waikiki. It doesn't look like much but the volunteers here work their hardest to maintain this park and bring it back to its former green glory. They have water fountains, a hose, dog toys, benches for your dog's need and yourself! There's two areas for your large dogs and your small dogs but there are times when it's not that crowded so they open the gate separating the two so that everyone can mingle :) The people here are very friendly and get along easily with each other. Some of them have been coming for years and know each other very well. It's so nice to see different dogs come together. I literally could sit here all day and watch them play. The prime time to come is about 4:30-7:30 because most owners bring their dogs after they finish work read more

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Crystal and I finally made it over from the Waikiki side. I sure wish there was a bridge over! She met another nice girl dog to play with. We will be back later in the evening when there are more dogs to play with. read more

Ala Wai Dog Park - Met someone to play with. - Dog Parks Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

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Oh my gosh I LOVE this place!! I hope it becomes an official dog park.. I saw the proposal on the website and it looks great. I like that it's spacious, that the dogs actually get along and that the owners are generally very attentive of their dogs (and most of them are on the small size-- which is great if like me you have a smaller dog). It's much more relaxed than most dog parks I've ever seen. And it's far from traffic so no worries about escapes into the street. Barking is kept to a minimum, people pick up after their dogs, and there's the community feeling (someone mentioned that below). Love it. Only thing is that people have to watch for the gaps under the fence on the east side of the park... small dogs can crawl underneath. read more

Ala Wai Dog Park has deteriorated from the time it opened until now. No one is maintaining the park -- overgrown grass or no grass at all, graffiti on signage and trash cans, consistent muddy patch in the large dog area (underground leak?). Also heard from a friend that their dogs came home with ticks after playing in the park. Bottom line -- volunteers, who vowed to take care of the park, have done nothing for quite some time. After all that hoopla at the grand opening, you'd think those who worked so hard to build a dog park would still care. read more

It's nice to have a dog park nearby, especially since I recently moved from California where my dogs had a nice yard to themselves. I've visited this park almost everyday for the past week around 6:00pm and there's plenty of lovely dogs and owners! I do wish there were people in the mornings though ): unfortunately I'm the only one here 6:00-7:00am. If you ever decide to go in the mornings, my two huskies would love to run around with your dogs! read more

It's a great place if you live in town and need to let your dog's run. But it is small compared to the Hawaii Kai dog park. Pros: - very clean and lots of poop bags of you forget yours -it's in town -easy to get to and find - benches to sit (1 per side) -separate sides for large dogs and small - more grass than dirt (compared to the salt lake dog park) Cons: -sadly there are homeless in the bushes. - No water spigot (there is one if you walk toward the small green houses the school owns in the west side of the park) - small read more

There weren't any dogs when I brought my pup here there were only small dogs in the small dog side and the owners looked so rude. Has anyone else noticed that if you don't normally go to a dog park that the other owners are like a cult against your pup? read more

Checked this place out for the third time today. The first 2 times, there were no other dogs. Seems like there are only dogs there between 430 - 7pm. So today I went at 615pm, it was great! Not to hot and tons of dogs, most small. My dogs were a little intimidated and stay close to me. I'm hoping with time they will start playing with other dogs. All the dog owners were very welcoming and friendly. Parking was easy. The grass was well cared for. I'll definitely be coming here again! read more

Don't park in the first parking lot that says one way. Not sure why they would design a parking spot to have the exit only be the first driveway before the entrance only, but you will get pulled over if you don't know this already. Thank goodness I didn't get a ticket. Though the area is spacious, I like smaller dog parks where I don't have to worry how far my dog will run. read more

I really enjoy this place- and so does my puppy! It is a great place for him to run around and play with other dogs and release some of that pent-up energy. I was walking my dog along the Ala Wai, when another dog walker told me about the place. I decided to check it out one day, and am so glad that I did! There are some inconveniences: 1) it is not an official dog park 2)parking is not always ample- but at least there is parking; 3)if there is a game going on, people are not allowed to have their dogs off leash, and this basically means there is no one at the park 4) it is essentially an open area, so if you don't keep an eye on your dog, they could run off. I don't find this to be much of a deterrent because I keep a close eye on my dog, but for some it is. The positives by far outweigh the negatives, which is why I go back. The spring is difficult because of all the baseball games, and it stinks not to even know when I can bring my dog there unless I actually go there- which is definitely a hassle. There is a trashcan there- but bring your own poop bags, and it's nice to bring a water bowl and water there. Everyone is very friendly, for the most park, and they share water with your dog. I like the community feel of it, even after my first time there, people were friendly and loved my dog. read more

All of the dog park reviews posted before today 9/28/14 can now be deleted just like the field dog park was as of today. The new official doggy park that some good people have tirelessly worked to get for many years had its official grand opening today. The regulars are good friendly people and dogs. The new park has nice new chain-link fence, trees for shade, and nice grass. All in all it is a lovely park. So why only 2 stars? It is SMALL. If the large/small dog sides were not separated it would be an ok but smaller size dog park. Divided in half like it is? Forget about throwing a ball very far at all. The Mililani and Diamond head parks are both probably about 4-5x the size. It may be ok for really little dogs but big dogs are going to be severely cramped. Certainly they do not have enough room to stretch out into a full run for even a couple seconds. I'm actually sad it opened. I loved the old field. read more

Bad location for a doggie park. Owners are really careless about their dogs and often a stray dog starts chasing people or nearby stray baseballs. You would think that the owners would pick up after their pets poop but often they don't. read more

Ala Wai Dog Park - Damn it fools pick up your dog's mess! - Dog Parks Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Small little dog park tucked away. Brought my cousins dog here and loved that I was able to let her off the leash and run free. They also have baggies in case you forget them. The park is pretty small but still a decent size. It is split into two sections for smaller dogs and the other section for larger dogs. Weren't many dogs when I went. But definitely a good place for them to run free. Also found some toys a few owners left behind. & a bowl for water read more

Our dog loves it here. She just wanders around sniffing the other dogs, but she gets so excited when she realizes this is where we are going, that sniffing other dogs must be a her idea of a great afternoon. They have a nice chained area for off leash, divided between the big dog side and the little dog side. There is a water spigot, so bring a bowl. read more

Yelp said the park was closed but we came just in case. Much to our surprise the park IS NOT CLOSED!! Not sure what considers it closed but the gates were unlocked and the area is clean and empty. We came around 4pm while the Iolani Fair was going on && my dog was barking at the Ring of Fire. read more

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We travel to this dog park from time to time. It's a pretty decent space. I like that there are two sections depending on the size of dogs. Our dog is super friendly so sometimes people will agree to open the middle gate for one big space to run around in. They have a water fountain and multiple bowls if you forgot one. There are also some toys that people have left behind or donated. Only negatives are that there's not a lot of shade and that some people need to pick up after them selves! read more

As far as dog parks go it's ok. Parking is a far ways off so make sure your dogs are leashed even if they are good walkers. When you get there the big and small dogs are usually separated if there are too many big dogs. Small dogs can go in either. The grounds are fairly small but they can get a good running. I haven't seen it very grassy rather kind of patchy. There is a water fountain but there is no station to get baggies. I was thinking of joining the volunteers ranks and maybe provide some well needed items. But things get taken away from either the custodians or patrons. I also want to make a wooden bench but I don't know if there are any requirements for me to do so. The doggie camaraderie is there. It's a great place for both pet and owner to relax, unwind and socialize. Sorry my verbs are past and present. read more