As Construction Progresses, Three Playgrounds Set to Open Fall 2026

The City and Borough of Juneau is pleased to share that three playgrounds – Sigoowu Ye Park, Si’t Tuwan Park and Dzantik’i Heeni Playground – are expected to open this fall after exciting updates based on years of public input are completed. Below are the current statuses of each park’s construction. 

Sigoowu Ye Park – Lemon Creek  

Updates being made to Sigoowu Ye Park include new playground equipment, upgraded pathways and improved landscaping, and enhanced lighting. Currently, contractors are working on surfacing and final site clean-up. Most other park updates were completed last fall, but surfacing was delayed to this summer due to weather and contractor availability. Sigoowu Ye Park is expected to open in August.  

Si’t Tuwan Park – Between Threadneedle St. and Kanat’a Deyi St. in Mendenhall Valley 

Updates being made to Si’t Tuwan Park include installing new play equipment for multiple age groups, picnic tables, and a basketball court. Currently, playground structures have been built. Contractors will work on surfacing next before carrying out final landscaping and design. Si’t Tuwan Park is expected to open in August.  

Additionally, construction on the Dzantik’i Heeni Playground continues to progress. Contractors expect to complete the park later this fall.  

As construction on the playgrounds continue, please remember all sites are closed to the public. Look for other parks to visit at the Parks & Recreation’s Find a Park website. 

For more information about Sigoowu Ye Park or Si’t Tuwan Park, contact Parks & Recreation at 907-586-5226. For more information about the Dzantik’i Heeni Playground, contact Project Manager Lisa EaganLagerquist at [email protected].