I am taking Hula Back to Basics 1 with Kumu Jerina, and LOVING IT. She is a wonderfully patient,…read moreenthusiastic teacher who shares her love of hula in a forgiving non-competitive space. Check out the HNL Parks & Rec website for classes! Tip: come early, you will be searching for parking due to other activities taking place.

2-25-24 first time here to see a flag football game. The team we came to watch has rotational…read moreplaying fields from Hawaii Kai to here. There were two teams playing at a time so parking was not a challenge. Yelp directions won't bring you directly to the field or parking so just exit, go right and find your way to the accurate spot. Luckily I didn't need to use the restroom but those spectators who needed had to walk far as no restrooms set up like Salt Lake District Park.

Not open to public, small fence to hop during non school hours. Easily the best playground on…read moreisland. Shame they don't "open" it to the public on the weekend

Enter the dreamland of playground wonderland!…read more As I was searching on Yelp for Aikahi Elementary School for their Swap Meet event the first thing that popped up was their Playground...!?! So random...No...have you seen this land of happy dreams even as an adult. First thing you see is the giant Dragon with each scale encase a tile with art by children and those tiles are at entrance area as well. I wanted to take more pictures but it was filled with children "of course lol!" and didn't want to take their faces but the rock wall, Turtle hideaway, even a tree house looking play area I was just so impressed. I assume it's exclusively for the school students but open to all on this day did draw an impressive crowd understandably, and what a great environment to have the kids go outside and just have fun. So highly recommended the drive for any events they may have as this is an impressive park that will please all ages! Thank you!

Was here on Sunday for a little BBQ social with friends & family. Park was quite, not too many…read morefolks used the park today besides the some firemen checking out some things was the only other excitement besides us. There is a sign posted at the entrance, that was not there before of, no animals allowed among other things prohibited, but there were alot of pet owners, including myself, who came with their dogs to play for a while. Its a clean park and great greenery all around to enjoy and take pictures.

Nice quiet park which is perfect if you're looking to play basketball as a lot of places I have…read morebeen the hoops are always taken. Very clean and everyone is friendly as well.

TLDR: 5/5 - Two sections of parking lots both with restrooms, an incredible beach and not too…read morecrowded depending on where you are! Wow this place took my breath away! Parking: 5/5 - Personally did not have an issue parking here there were plenty of spots available at around 10:30/11. But there is another lot a further down the road. I prefer the one that i was at however I felt like the other lot going up to Lainkai was more for fisherman and kids. Location: 5/5 I had Lainkai Beach saved on my list so going to this one was a bit unexpected but they deliver the same views and even better that there's a restroom! Restroom was super clean too With that being said it was pretty windy which wasn't a problem but know that its blowin. The sand as well is that fine white sand which is super pretty but it sticks to you so if you're not a sand person...well...you're going to have to accept your textured fate. I wish I could've stayed here longer honestly. I love the fact that there's a foodland nearby to get some lunch and lounge here. There were families of course what are you going to do but there's enough space I feel like without too much crowding. The water was a postcard blue, warm and clear and tranquil. I'd come back here time and time again

We decided to spend the day at Kailua Beach Park soaking up some vitamin sea while enjoying a…read morecouple of plate lunches. We arrived around 11A, and both the parking lot and the beach were already slammed. We got lucky and snagged a parking stall just as someone was pulling out. Finding a spot on the sand took a little longer, but eventually we found a place to nestle. The water was beautiful. The waves were mostly soft rolling breaks with the occasional stronger set that could catch you off guard if you weren't paying attention. Overall, I think it's a great beach for inexperienced swimmers, but I probably wouldn't recommend it for families with toddlers who just want to wade near the shoreline. Those occasional waves have enough push to knock over the littles. One thing I appreciated was how well-maintained the restrooms were compared to some of the other beach parks around the island. They also have a foot rinse station just outside the bathrooms, which made it easy to rinse off the sand from our feet and slippahs before heading back to the car. Such a simple feature, but one I always appreciate. Would I come back? Absolutely. The soft white sand, beautiful warm water, and relaxed vibe make it easy to spend an entire afternoon here. Just come early if you want a fighting chance at parking.

Kawainui Marsh encompasses a large area, around 1,000 acres! The trail along the levee (where the…read morepin is on the map) is about a mile and a half long. Across the marsh, accessible by Kapaa Quarry road, is a community-maintained trail that leads to a lookout. Be respectful and stay on the trail, and you'll be rewarded with a beautiful view of the marsh, the mountains, and the town below. There are some informational boards out there too. I'd like to bring a breakfast picnic some time. :)

I have finally found a running trail in Kaneohe/ Kailua area! I hate that it is a twenty minute…read moredrive but that's ok:) great running trail and a really nice This will be my go to place when I want to get some distance. The entire trail out and back in is about 3 Miles approximately. It's fairly easy running as well:) no hills and there weren't a whole bunch of people ample parking in the lot as well. Finally I recommend you wear eye wear the nats or what ever kind of bugs were out there were in my face and a couple ended up in my eye I will be wearing my oakleys next time I go there.

Fantastic local park with all the amenities needed to enjoy a day of play!…read moreBaseball field, skate park, tennis courts a large open yard area with shady covered picnic tables. A covered patio area next to the restrooms. Dog friendly with a water faucet where you can give your dogs a drink. Well placed garbage containers to keep the park clean. Oh yeah! A great little play area for the small kids too. My go to place to play ball with my girls! Mahalo Kailua town for making this park a place for O'hana to gather and play!

Nice skateboard park with colorful graffiti walls for the kids and tucked away in Kailua. Pretty…read moresafe for the most part ( never been at night) and maintained bathrooms. Good for the family, walking the dogs and popular for the skateboarder kids.

If you need an escape from daily life to catch a breath and rekindle friendships, then the…read moreFriendship Garden is the perfect place. This is a very short hike that loops around, so you shouldn't be running into anyone on the narrow pathway. Start right, like driving! There's nothing steep, treacherous, or difficult. The Friendship Garden is very well maintained. Maps and information are provided at the beginning. At the top, you'll find beautiful views Kaneohe Bay. There's also a pathway that leads to another hike that's clearly more difficult and not apart of the Friendship Garden. Warning signs posted! The only difficult thing might be finding this place because it's quite hidden, deep in a residential area. It's located on Kokokahi Pl, which you can reach from Kaneohe Bay Dr. Just drive all the way up, and it'll be to your left. You can only park along the side of the road. Make sure to leave enough space, and also be mindful of the signs! No parking from 6-11AM on Wednesdays and Saturdays, which is probably trash pick up days. Overall, a really nice, easy hike with well maintained pathways. It might be a journey to get there, but it's worth it. Bring friends and make new friends!

Friendship Garden has 72 reviews as of 1/17/2025 and I was wondering why. I think the name explains…read moreit. It's a short, garden trail inside a neighborhood rather than a real hike. As I was walking this trail, my brain is telling me this is a mini Aiea loop trail with great view of the Windward side of Oahu. Parking is a challenge. The location is inside, one way, Kokokahi Place neighborhood so there's only street parking. We were lucky to find spacious area to park. The view here is great considering we only hike up 20-30 minutes. Total trip length was 2 miles. That was little disappointing because I like to get most out of my hikes. I feel like I got ripped off on this hike with little sweat. As for intensity, you do have to climb up but lots of ropes to help you. Luckily it was a dry day so no mud. This trail is quite narrow so it may not be kid friendly. Also, if you're on the taller side, watch out for branches. This is not State trail so it seems like it's not kept up regularly.

Hey Yelpers! Summer is almost here!…read more A review of Kalama Beach Park located in Kailua. This is my first trip here and I was pleasantly pleased! A great beach for all ages and for families! Parking can be quite limited and I noticed a few cars waiting for parking. I would recommend going early as I got lucky with parking. The beach is very sandy, no rocks or anything. The ocean was pretty calm, not sure if it ever gets rough here. Perfect for kids as well. The views are amazing! There's a bathroom and outdoor shower on the path to and from the beach, which is pretty clean. Overall, I definitely would go again and I recommend you guys to check it out as well! Perfect for a calm summer day!

One of the most beautiful beaches in the 50 US states. Parking is a challenge. Family friendly.read more

Cute, indoor playground with a ton of activities all in a manageable space. Located in the heart of…read moreKailua the location is unassuming among the other small shops. The location has a parking lot. Upon entry you are struck by the amount of activities all in one space that really is hours of play where you can see everything and keep track of your kids. The double trampoline is a hit. The colorful ball pit where the kids can dive through and slide into are points of interest. A large climbing maze like structure with suspended bridges and padded stairs. Market area for kids to pretend to shop for foods. Ice cream trolley that's kid sized. Tiny spinning carousel that continuously goes around and around. All these activities provide hours of entertainment and fun for the kids. It's a fun neighborhood hangout for the little ones to enjoy.

Another indoor playground for the keiki? YES!!!…read more It seems like over the last few years, business owners are realizing how sought after these indoor playgrounds are for working parents, stay at home parents, young kids, and old! Location is in Kailua, right off the main drag on Hamakua Street (look for the bright yellow building). The parking lot has about a half dozen stalls on the right hand side (beware you may be towed if you park on the left side). I asked the manager where to park as the signage wasn't very clear, so be warned. Pricing: Rates are per child: $15 for one hour, $20 two, $27 for three, and so on. Adults are $3 each. Grip socks are required for all (customers are allowed to bring their own). They also offer all day rates and monthly passes (M-F only). They also feature a stamp card for loyal customers: buy 10 sessions, get one free! There's a bunch of toys and entertainment for all ages: a carousel, obstacle course, slide, Lego stations, and play supermarket. A few unique stations are the rock climbing wall, concert/band area (with drums, piano, ukulele, and microphones), and a big screen TV that featured cartoons for the kids. Open seven days a week. The kids love the trampolines, lego sets, ball pit, and rock climbing wall. Restrooms available. Thanks Hi Keiki Playground for bringing the FUN to Kailua! We wish you all the joy and success!

Small neighborhood park that has a neat jungle gym. Really cool spinning seat toy! Nice view of the…read moremountains. Basketball court. Doesn't seem kept up, grass high and bathrooms not clean. Small area closed off for bee hive. No one else was there for the entirety of our stay, not a busy park.