觀塘遊樂場喺1971年起逐步落成啟用，係當時觀塘區最大型嘅康體場地，先後由市政局、臨時市政局同康樂及文化事務署管理。
Gradually opened in 1971, Kwun Tong Playground was the largest recreation and sports venue in Kwun Tong District at that time, managed by the Urban Council, the Provisional Municipal Council and the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.