Karen Hornaday Park Playground
Homer, AK
Why included
If you want the best-documented inclusive outdoor play option in Homer, start here: it already has meaningful access features and the city is actively improving remaining barriers.
What we verified
- name
- park type
- picnic shelters
- restroom seasonality
What remains unknown
- Current operating hours or season
Profile updated August 3, 2026; source check April 11, 2026. Confirm current park hours, construction closures, restroom availability, and the specific accessibility features your family needs before making a special trip.
Price
Free public park; pavilion reservations have a posted fee.
Parking
Parking is available at the park; city ADA planning documents note ongoing parking and accessible-route improvements.
Profile
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Editor's Take
If you want the best-documented inclusive outdoor play option in Homer, start here: it already has meaningful access features and the city is actively improving remaining barriers.
At a Glance
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Sensory and communication features
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Safety and comfort
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Visit options
Toddler-friendly
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Plan Your Visit
Pricing Snapshot
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Playground entryNotes
Public outdoor park.Price
FreeFull Day
$50Four Hours
$25Karen Hornaday Park Playground is the strongest accessible-play listing in Homer based on a combination of official city information, the city's ADA transition plan, and the original builder portfolio. The park is a large 40-acre community destination with a one-of-a-kind playground, picnic shelters, open space, and ball fields. Play By Design's project portfolio documents accessible walkways through the playground, four different slide styles including a hillside slide, a track ride, and adaptive swings, while the City of Homer has continued documenting ADA access improvements and future upgrades for parking, routes, surfacing, and play access.
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Accessibility & Comfort
These details reflect published sources and dated reports, not an ADA inspection. Confirm the specific supports and barriers that matter for your visit.
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Price
Free public park; pavilion reservations have a posted fee.
Parking
Parking is available at the park; city ADA planning documents note ongoing parking and accessible-route improvements.
Profile
Strong profile coverage
Last updated
August 3, 2026
Verification summary
Last verified: April 11, 2026
Checked against 3 public sources.
This profile summarizes published information and dated reports. It is not an ADA inspection or an individualized accessibility assessment.
Reviewed as
Municipal source review
April 11, 2026
Created listing from official city park page, city ADA plan, and original playground builder portfolio.
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