#Hawaii County Department of Parks and Recreation
Meeting scheduled for upcoming Age Group 10 and Under Basketball League
The Age Group 10 and Under Basketball League is scheduled to start play Sept. 16, with games Monday through Thursday.
County officials to relocate unsheltered individuals in downtown Hilo
County officials say the new site, a parking lot managed by the Department of Parks and Recreation off Ponahawai Street behind the Hele gas station, will offer a safe alternative living space.
Hawaiʻi County to host inaugural ground golf Mayor’s Cup this summer
Ground golf combines elements of golf and croquet. It originated in Hawaiʻi County’s sister city of Yurihama, Japan. It has become popular on the Big Island, especially among kūpuna.
Late Big Island state senator’s legacy honored with new sign at park bearing his name
The new signage is a testament to the life of Gilbert “Gil” Kahele and the contributions he made to the Hawaiʻi Island community.
Lead contamination at Kolekole Gulch Park still an issue as Hawai‘i County readies to reopen it following accessibility upgrades
Remediation of the problem at the park in Kūhua, just north of Honomū on the Big Island’s Hāmākua Coast, is the responsibility of the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation since the lead likely came from paint on the Kolekole Stream Bridge overhead.
Gilbert Kahele Recreation Area closed for vector treatment Tuesday
Public restrooms and amenities at this park will not be available during the closure’s timeframe.
‘Egg-citing’ public Easter events planned around the Big Island
Whether searching for Easter eggs is your jam or maybe you would rather have someone else do the holiday cooking, there’s something for everyone. So don those new Easter clothes and hop on over to one or more of these “egg-citing” events.
Permit office of Kona Recreation Division to be relocated
The Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation will be relocating Kona Recreation Division permit office from the West Hawai‘i Civic Center to Kailua Park, effective Feb. 1, 2023.
Vandals Destroy Two Handicapped Pool Lifts
The handicapped pool chair lifts exist to help those who would otherwise have difficulty entering and exiting the pool safely.
Hilo Park to Close for Maintenance
Kuhio Kalaniana‘ole Park in Hilo will be temporarily closed from Oct. 30 to Nov. 29 for clearing and maintenance of overgrown foliage, bushes, tall weeds and non-native trees near the shoreline.
Ocean View Skatepark in the Works
Community advocates planning to construct a new skatepark in Ocean View will meet with County Parks and Recreation early next month to discuss locations.
Swarming Bees Close Spencer Beach Park
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Parks and Recreation has closed Spencer Beach Park in North Kohala.
Kohala Pool to Close for Three Days
The Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation has announced that the Kohala Pool will be temporarily closed in September.
Akamai Living Health Fair set for Hilo
The Department of Parks and Recreation has announced the 19th annual Akamai Living Health Fair.
Kūhiō Kalaniana’ole Park to Close Next Week
The Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation announced Kūhiō Kalaniana’ole Park will be closed for four days in early September.
Parks & Recreation Seeks Applicants for Temporary Summer Fun Jobs
Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation has extended its deadline seeking applicants for temporary summer jobs working with keiki who attend its 2019 Summer Fun Program.
Honoka‘a Swimming Pool Closed Until April 2
Honoka‘a Pool will be closed while repairs and upgrades are completed on the pool and the building housing the administration office, changing rooms and showers.
Keikiland Playground Reopens
The Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation reports that Keikiland playground in Hilo, was reopened on Friday, Aug. 10, 2018.
22nd Annual ‘Ohana Shoreline Fishing Tournament
The Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation invites anglers to register for the 22nd Annual ‘Ohana Shoreline Fishing Tournament.
