Over the past two years, the City of Kalona has made significant investments in expanding its parks and recreational spaces, improving equipment in Kalona City Park, and ensuring that residents of all ages have access to high-quality outdoor amenities. This growth continues into 2025 with the much-anticipated ribbon cutting and open house for Vista Park—the newest addition to the SouthTown Recreational Area—set for Spring 2025.
Vista Park will offer a diverse range of features designed to enhance outdoor experiences for individuals and families alike. Amenities include a 2+ acre Dog Park, providing a spacious, secure area for both small and large dogs to run and play, and playground with ADA access, featuring modern play equipment with accessibility features, including ADA-accessible play structures (ramps, adaptive swings, and ground-level play areas); poured-in-place fall surfacing (a smooth, rubberized surface that improves mobility for wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers); sensory play elements (interactive panels, musical instruments, and tactile features for children with different sensory needs); and inclusive play areas (activities designed for all children, regardless of ability).