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In skateboarding, the California and Los Angeles origin story of DogTown but we all know (or maybe you didn’t) that skateboarding wouldn’t be where it is today without New York and the East coast. Street skateboarding found a home in New York and New York City, catapulting the cultural incubation where skateboarding meets fashion, photography, street art, and various forms of media. So much so, Lower Manhattan is sometimes referred to as DogTown East.

Skateboarding owes so much to New York and New York city, we couldn’t wait to create the most in depth guide to New York City Skateboarding. We wanted to give any new skaters out there a great tool to learn about New York City skateboarding as well; everything from Skate Schools, Skate Parks, the history of New York City Skateboarding, and all things that will make your New York skate trip or New York City skate origin story unique and spectacular.

In this article we’ll be going over:

• Best Skate Parks in New York Suburbs and New York City
• Famous NYC Skateboarders
• Fun Facts about New York and NYC
• NYC Skateboard Laws and Regulations
• GOSKATE in NYC
• Local Skate Schools in New York Suburbs and New York City

As a bonus, GOSKATE will also include skateparks, skate schools, and skate lessons for New Jersey and its suburbs

Best Skateparks in New York City

New York City is a concrete jungle but not everyone wants to skate through traffic and heavy pedestrian streets. The City of New York has done a terrific job of creating world class skateparks fit for all types of skateboarders and the local skate communities in each borough (and even neighboring New Jersey) have taken matters into their own hands when needed.

Here are some of the best skateparks in New York City and New Jersey Suburbs.

LES Coleman Skatepark, New York

LES Coleman Skatepark in New York City is one of the most famous skateparks in the world. Some have been known to call LES the Venice Skatepark of the East Coast, with an even more vibrant and core skate community. The park itself consists of a great mix of street obstacles and quarter pipes to promote flow and lines. Its most recognizable obstacle is a launch ramp that blasts skaters over a big red apple, the slogan associated with New York City.

Skate Park Address: Highbridge Park, W 190th St &, Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10040, USA

Astoria Skate Plaza

Astoria Skate Plaza off Hoyt Ave in Astoria is one of the coolest skateparks in the world, let alone the New York and New Jersey area. With its circular design, plaza style construction and obstacles, the Astoria Skate Plaza is a street skaters paradise. Ledges, hubbas, 3-stairs, and surrounded by a park and the bay, this skatepark is one of the most beautiful skateparks in the area. While it might not be the most beginner friendly in terms of being a street plaza geared to skaters who already skate the streets, go early in the morning or book a one on one lesson to ensure you and your loved ones have ample space and confidence.

Skate Park Address: Hoyt Ave S, Astoria, NY 11102

Pier 62 Skate Park, Chelsea Piers, New York City

Pier 62 SkatePark is an awesome skatepark to say the least. With some of the best transition skating offered in New York City, this skatepark is worth the commute from neighboring suburbs. While it might not be the most beginner friendly skatepark, if you’re an experienced skater or someone who loves to watch high level skating, the Pier 62 Skatepark at the Chelsea Piers is for you.

Skate Park Address: 143 11th Ave, New York, NY 10011

Maloof Skate Plaza, Flushing Meadows Corona

The Maloof Skate Plaza in Corona New York in the Queens borough reminds us of something out of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater video games. With so many obstacles in one space and the backdrop of a stadium that looks like a circus, this 16,000 square foot skatepark is the focal point for this concrete public complex. With a variety of stairs, rails, banks, and ledges of various length, the Maloof Skate Plaza in Corona Queens is a great breeding ground for skateboarders to hone their skills and passion. The skatepark has an emphasis on street and is known to host some of the best skate contests in the New York area.

Skate Park Address: Astral Fountain Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Corona, New York 11368

Tompkins Square Park

Tompkins Square Park is one of the raddest skateparks in the United States. What began as a skate DIY in an abandoned basketball court has since become one of the most iconic skate parks in New York City. Known for its simplicity of trash cans, ledges, flat bars, and any obstacle a skater might tow with their friends, this skatepark continues the legacy of DIY skateparks in New York City’s history. Located near Tompkins Square Dog Run off East 10th Street.

Skate Park Adress: East 10th Street and Avenue A Tompkins Square Park, NY 10009

Hoboken, New Jersey Castle Point Skatepark

It’s not everyday skaters can skateboard at their favorite skatepark with the backdrop of the New York City skyline. But the Hoboken local skate crew gets to enjoy one of the most scenic views in skateboarding. This skatepark isn’t the newest skatepark but that’s not a bad thing. With classic obstacles like quarter pipes, mini ramps, half pipes and all made of prefabricated wood and limonite, this skatepark is one of the most unique and fun skateparks in the New York and New Jersey area. We’ve taught some awesome skaters from Hoboken over the years and cherish our relationship with them.

Skate Park Address: 901 Frank Sinatra Dr, Hoboken, NJ 07030, USA

Edison, New Jersey Skatepark

Edison New Jersey has a skatepark that seems like something out of the 1980s but that doesn’t mean the skatepark isn’t a breeding ground for innovative skateboarders. Prefabricated to survive the winter, the Edison New Jersey skatepark has a host of rails, spines, funboxes, and quarter pipes for a healthy flow of fun skating. We also have had the privilege of teaching a bunch of young skaters in Edison New Jersey, some of our oldest friends are here and we’ve watched them grow as skaters and people. Edison New Jersey Skateprak reminds us why we got into the skate lesson business.

Skatepark Address: 50 Vineyard Road Edison, NJ 08817

River Avenue “157” SkatePark

Skateparks are most effective in communities where there’s tons of kids to skate them and the same is true for River Avenue skatepark in the Bronx. This skatepark is located in the South Bronx and was built in 2010. Right off the B and D train stops off 157, this skatepark is one of the most accessible skateparks in the New York Area. With the skatepark being off the 157 stop, this skatepark is often referred to as “157” skatepark.

Skatepark Address: 100 East 157th St. Bronx New York 10451

Best Skateparks in these Nearby Suburbs

We know not every suburb of New York City and New Jersey have a skatepark so we went ahead and listed some of the most popular neighborhoods for skateboarding complete with a list below of some of the skateparks in the area for you to consider. Just follow the links to see which skateparks are closest to you.

Larchmont, NY

Some of the most beautiful homes are in Larchmont New York, so it’s only natural that some of the most beautiful skateparks are nearby. But the community actually isn’t calling a skatepark of its own home right now. But don’t worry, we’ve linked below the best skateparks in the area for any skaters in Larchmont New York.

Springville NY

If you live in or around Springville New York, lucky you! You have a great skatepark previously known as World of Wheels at Heritage Park, now located at 10385 Rt.219 Springville New York 14141.

Brookeville, NY

Brookeville is an awesome bucolic village on Long Island’s Nassau County but what makes it even more special is the skate parks nearby you can add hours of productive fun on a given day.

Scarsdale, NY

We knew we had to put a suburb of Westchester County on this list and with an easy train ride into New York City, there’s plenty of awesome skateparks for you to check out:

Short Hills, NJ

If you’re in Short Hills New Jersey in Essex County, we’re sure you know about famous billionaire neighbor Peter Kellogg,but did you know about these neighboring skateparks for you and your loved ones to GOSKATE?

Sands Point, NY

Another great town in Nassau County of Long Island, if you’re in the Sands Point community here are some skateparks for you to check out:

Riverside Skate Park, New York – Riverside Dr &, W 108th St, New York 10025

Pier 62 Skate Park, Chelsea Piers, New York City – 143 11th Ave, New York, NY 10011

Maloof Skate Plaza, Corona – Astral Fountain Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Corona, New York 11368

Astoria Skate Park, Astoria – Hoyt Ave S, Astoria, NY 11102

Tribeca Skatepark, Tribeca – West Street &, N Moore St, New York, NY 10013

ROC City Skatepark, Rochester – 241 South Ave, Rochester, NY 14604

Yonkers Skatepark – 348 Tuckahoe Rd, Yonkers, NY 10710

Springville NY – 10385 Rt.219 Springville New York 14141

McCarren Skatepark– 61 Bayard St. Brooklyn NY 11222

River Avenue SkatePark – 100 East 157th St. Bronx New York 10451

Cooper Skatepark Brooklyn – Cooper Park Sharon Street &, Olive St, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA

Most Iconic Skate Spots in New York City

Newly Renovated Brooklyn Banks

At the time of this article, the Brooklyn Banks is set to open June 21st, 2023, as a newly renovated skateboarding landmark and skatepark recognized by the City of New York. How cool is that? The famous skate spot was once the most recognizable skate spot in New York City, waves of bricks created a surf like atmosphere with handrails and stair sets all around. Nestled beneath a subway bridge, skateboarders acted like a natural police force for the area but after the NYPD cracked down on the spot, skateboarding was made illegal there. Quickly, the area became overrun with the unhoused and the city regretted their decision. Now, the City of New York and skateboarding as a whole celebrates the renovation and reopening of this historic New York City Landmark.

Skate Spot Address: Parallel to Frankfort Street, under the Brooklyn Bridge on/off ramps between Police Plaza and Pace University.

NYC Pyramid Ledges

What seems like something perfectly designed for street skaters, the NYC pyramid ledges have been in skate videos since the early 2000s. Unfortunately these iconic pyramid ledges are rumored to be on the chopping block after decades of iconic skate tricks going down. Located just off the busy Wall Street near the East River, these NYC Pyramid ledges are not the easiest skate spot to get a clip but they are definitely worth checking out and shouldn’t be too hard to find. Check out this video with Marc Succui and Jenkem explaining the evolution of the NYC Pyramid Ledges.

City Hall Hubba

Luckily for skateboarding the skate spots located on public spaces are the most likely to stick around and government buildings and public parks are on the top of that scenario. The City Hall Hubba is a great example and while the actual hubba is generally more of a pro skater spot, the surrounding park and area make it still worthwhile for beginner skaters to come here and practice flatground. Who knows? Maybe you’ll run into Tysahwn Jones, who absolutely destroyed this kinked L shaped hubba for his Thrasher SOTY part. Check out this video of a local skater and his friend cruising to City Hall Hubba and a few other iconic NYC spots.

City Hall “Drop”

Right across the street from the iconic City Hall Hubba is the arguably more iconic City Hall Drop. Skating through this spot looks like something out of the old roman empire, as the skaters emerge from within the large pillars onto a ledge that shoots them out onto a bank. The bank then flattens out to another shoot out 6 foot drop, making it one of the most unique combination spots in NYC. Skaters can do a grind to drop, a flip in manny to drop, or some do all three. This spot is worth checking out if you’re already at the City Hall Hubba, but also if you want to learn more before your trip you can watch this video below.

Famous New York City Skaters

As you will read from this list, some of the most influential skateboarders of all time are from New York City, and a host of celebrities who are known to show a passion for skateboarding.

Harold Hunter

Harold Hunter is arguably the most famous skater to come out of New York City and partly it’s because unfortunately the legend is no longer with us after passing in 2006. His incredibly stylish skateboarding and overall one-of-a-kind personality, led him to land a role in Larry Clarks 1995 film Kids, where he played the role of Hunter. Currently, there is a foundation set up in his honor, The Harold Hunter Foundation, who raises money for various positive causes and puts on events across the US in remembrance of the Legend.

Jerry Seinfield

Jerry Seinfield is one of the most famous New Yorkers of all time and we shouldn’t have to explain why. But just in case, there was a famous video circulating on various social media channels where the famous comedian and actor praised skateboarders for being some of the best, toughest, and most productive kids on the playground. He applauded skateboarders for training their skills and for learning through failure how to bring an idea to fruition even when you have to start from scratch. Here is the video!

Mark Gonzales

There exists a core group of skateboarders who anoint Mark Gonzalez, aka. THE GONZ, as the first modern day skateboarder. But what exactly does that mean? Mark was the first skateboarder to ever boardslide a handrail and strictly focus on street obstacle style skating. Additionally, he prioritized video parts over skate competitions and played a heavy role in any company he was sponsored by when designing clothes, boards, or anything with his name on it. His quirky personality and great artwork is a reflection of his skateboarding, and skateboarding owes this famous New Yorker infinite praise for his contributions.

Tyshawn Jones

Tyshwan Jones has arguably become the face of New York City skateboarding after winning his second Thrasher Magazine, Skater of the Year Award. Only a handful of skateboarders have ever won the award once, but Tyshawn joins the rare company of winning the award twice–joining Danny Way, Chris Cole and Eric Koston. He is also the first person of color to win the award twice and continues to put out some of the best video parts the skate world has ever seen.

Kieth Hufnagel

Another skateboarder we have to say Rest In Peace to, Kieth “Huf” Hufnagel is one of the most influential skateboarders regardless of coast. Kieth created the brand HUF, which sponsored skateboarders like Dylan Rieder, and to this day still operates as a streetwear clothing brand. Kieth had the rare privilege of being born in NYC and growing up in SF came back to the coast often to a thriving east coast scene. He was a true bridge of east and west coast skating and the skateworld still mourns his passing and entrepreneurial spirit.

Zered Bassett

While many skateboarders, even from the East Coast, eventually move out to California to turn pro, Zered Bassett always stayed true to his roots and never left New York City. This is partly because he was a central player in the east coast brand, Zoo York, which with his style and contributions rose quickly to one of skateboarding’s most celebrated brands. While Zoo York might not be the same as it once was, Zered Bassett is still an amazing skateboarder who is celebrated for his unique style and powerful tricks.

Steve Rodriguez

Steve Rodriguez is considered the Godfather of New York City skateboarding but guess what? He’s actually from New Jersey. But just like many skaters in the New York, New York City and New Jersey area, they all flock to the popular skate spots to skate together. Steve Rodriguez is considered to be the Mayor of New York City Skateboarding, starting in the 80-90s and still going heavy in the streets today.

Fun Facts About Skateboarding in New York City

Here are some fun facts about skateboarding in New York City!

• Lower Manhattan is referred to as DogTown East
• The first handrail ever skated was by Mark Gonzales in New York
• Skateboarding first began appearing in New York City in the 1970s in Central Park, where kids would skate their boards in all types of ways.
• Skateboarding was first established as a NYC counterculture and crews came to form. Many of these crews were hostile towards one another and marked their own territories.
• The epicenter of NYC skateboarding first focused around the Alice in Wonderland statue by East 74th Street.
• Many of the first skate spots were DIY spots built at temporary construction sites. Unlike California, skaters had to make space for themselves.
• The first skateshop didn’t appear until 1978, City Skateboards opened on East 83th Street and ran by father-sons Kevin and Mark Levine.
• The first official skate contest was held in New Lincoln High School at 70th and Lexington and featured a high jump contest.
• The first skatepark was unnamed and was in Queens. Then another one opened in Riverdale with an empty pool at the last stop off the #1 line (242nd street) known infamously as the Deathbowl.
• 1979 Brooklyn Banks were founded and New York City had its new incubation skate spot for decades, producing some of the most iconic NYC skate media to this day.
• Brooklyn Banks were such a cultural hub, artists like Keith Haring were known to stop by along with Basquiat to do their thing next to skaters.
• A few skaters came together and founded “Zoo York” the most iconic skate company out of NYC with its name being a nod to the 1970s skate crew.
• Zoo York featured street art and graffiti on its t-shirts and merchandise and it was largely considered the tipping point for the birth of street wear fashion, now a $300 billion industry.
• In 1994, a tiny skate shop started printing on boards the word SUPREME and as we all know, the rest is history.
• Washington Park was the skate epicenter of skateboarding in the 1990s and was a huge influence to the famous movie “Kids” that was shot there in 1995 starring famous skateboarder Harold Hunter. Written by Harmony Korine, who met director Larry Clark while skating in Washington Square Park.
• By the year 2000, a skatepark was in every brough from McCarren Park in Brooklyn to Rockaway Park in Queens, to Iver Ave Park across the street from Yankee Stadium in the Bronx.
• Coleman Park, also known as LES, was first installed in 2005 with some ramps and ledges. But the full design came in 2012, with the help of NYC Skate legend Steve Rodriguez.
• Jenkem Magazine, one of the most celebrated magazines in skateboarding, holds its headquarters in New York City.
• Tyshawn Jones, is considered the face of New York City skateboarding and is the only skater of color to win Thrasher’s Skater of the Year award twice!
• Although it snows in New York, New York City isn’t really known for its indoor skateparks. That is because skaters have an unwavering commitment to maintaining the street aspects of skateboarding all year round.
• In 2009, the Brooklyn Banks were debricked and thanks to Tony Hawk and his Skatepark Foundation, the banks are officially back open and remain the epicenter of New York City Skateboarding.
• New York City is home to Supreme Skate Shop, one of the most influential skate shops that in creating its own streetwear branding, became one of the most recognizable brands in the entire world.

New York City Skateboard Laws and Regulations

Vehicle and Traffic Law

Title VII. Article 34: Operation of bicycle and play devices

Section 1230. These laws apply to skating on public roads, on private roads open to public traffic, and on all bike and skate trails.

Section 1231. You have similar rights and duties as are held by the driver of a motor vehicle. In other words, skating on public roads (excluding expressways, interstates and certain other roads) is legal but you must honor all traffic laws (e.g., obey traffic lights, no wrong-way skating, etc.).

Section 1233. You may not attach yourself to any vehicle in motion, i.e., no “skitching“.

Section 1234. If there is a bike/skate lane, you must use it. If not, you must skate as far to the right side of the street as possible so as to not interfere with traffic. If you are skating in a group, you may not skate more than two abreast. You must skate single file if there is other traffic that wishes to pass by you.

Section 1238. Any child under 14 must wear a helmet when skating. This is a $50 offense, the ticket being issued to the skater’s parent/guardian. When skating at night, you must wear a jacket or other clothing with reflective material.

Section 1240. “Hit-and-run skating” that causes physical injury is a violation.

Section 1241. “Hit-and-run skating” that causes serious physical injury is a Class B misdemeanor.

In the Spring of 1996, the city council of New York City passed Local Law 1996/403, making skateboarding recklessly illegal. This was defined as any skating that threatened the health or possessions of another person. The fine was $50-$100 and also extended to banning skateboarding on sidewalks for anyone over the age of 14. Fortunately for skateboarders, the provision was removed.

GOSKATE in NYC – Skate Schools & Skate Lessons

Are you or your loved ones a resident of any of these cities?

Tribeca

Upper East Side

Greenwich Village

SoHo

Battery Park City

West Village

Upper West Side

DUMBO (Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass)

Carnegie Hill

Chelsea

Then we have some GREAT news for you. Would you like your very own customized, in-person lesson with Pro instructors? GOSKATE has these areas specifically ready to roll with the most trained and professional skate instructors in New York. Our instructors have been teaching for decades and can craft a personalized lesson planned to fit you and your child’s skate goals. We guarantee mastering the foundations of skateboarding in your first three lessons.

GOSKATE Lessons in NYC (& New Jersey)

GOSKATE has a long-standing relationship with the East Coast skate community, teaching thousands of young people and their loved ones how to skateboard. We especially have the privilege of teaching kids from the New Jersey Suburbs and New York suburbs, with dozens of positive reviews, referrals, and returning students.

Our GOSKATE instructors from NYC are some of the most highly skilled skateboarders in the New York area, many who grew up skating with NYC legends and or are retired pro skaters. Check out our GOSKATE instructors in your east coast area and get you and your loved ones rolling in the right direction

Long Island Skateboard School

Have you ever wanted to master the foundations of skateboarding or improve your skate abilities in one week or less? Well if you’re in the Long Island area, you’re in luck. The Long Island Skateboard School has been teaching in the Long Island area since 2002, with 85 percent of skaters being under the age of 18, we’re teaching the next generation of New York skateboarders. Who knows, maybe one of them will be an Olympic Pro one day!

The New York Skateboard School

The New York City Skateboard School has been teaching in NYC, in all five boroughs since 2009, thousands of lessons for both kids and adults. Skate instructors will come to your driveway and teach you the foundations of skateboarding or they can take you out and show you the best skateparks in New York City. Which brings us to our next point.

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On this day, 20 years ago, the Girl Skateboards team (plus MJ) made their way up Interstate 5, through the Bay Area, Oregon, Washington and over the boarder in to Vancouver, Canada

Check out more of our archive at http://www.GirlSkateboards.com/Films

“Preduce has been friends with Malto and Brophy for years. On the last trip we were all on together pre COVID, Brophy said it would be rad if we could do a Girl and Preduce collab and I remember him hitting up Rick right away about it. I’ve been a fan of Girl from the start and grew up with the brand but I thought there was a very slim chance it could happen. So I was blown away when Rick replied right away and said he wanted to be part of the trip too for when the collab would happen. Griffin Gass grew up skating in Seattle with one of our riders Jasper Dohrs and he’s long overdue for a trip to Thailand. So we thought it made sense to make 4 boards for Brophy, Malto, Rick And Griffin. For the designs, our art director TRK wanted to play around with the OG Girl logo. He’s influenced by traditional Thai art you can find in Thai temples and sacred books that he revisits with a modern twist. He dressed the OG logo as traditional Thai dancers and hill tribe women from different regions of Thailand.”

– Simon Pellaux, Preduce

The Girl Skateboards x Preduce Skateboards collab is now available at skateshops worldwide and Crailstore.com

On This Day, 13 years ago, “The European Vacation” began. Catch more of our archive at http://www.girlskateboards.com/films

Games can be played pretty much anywhere in this day and age, on the go or at home, gaming entertainment is everywhere. But what are the best games to play on each platform? We delve deep into the gaming world to bring you the intel on what games work best on which platform, what the games will offer you, how to get the most out of the games we are talking about. Reviews, videos, prices, we have you covered!

How to get started with skateboarding games on your phone or tablet

To get started and playing skateboarding games on your phone or tablet, you will need to follow these easy steps and off you go!

– Simply start by heading over to the App Store or Google Play Store, and download the skateboarding game of your choice. You can search for the game by name or browse the “games” category to find specific games.

– Once the game is downloaded, open it by tapping on the app icon on your home screen.

– Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your account if the game requires this. Make sure to be careful putting in any payment details and be very certain before doing so.

– Navigate through the game menus to select the level or mode that you want to play.

– Use the controls provided in the game to control your skateboarder, perform tricks, level up, whatever the game lets you do! Depending on the game, you may need to use your fingers to swipe or tap on the screen to perform tricks, or you may be able to use the device’s motion sensors to control the skateboard.

– Practice and experiment with different tricks to master the game and earn points or rewards.

– Depending on the game, you may be able to compete against other players online or share your progress and achievements on social media.

– Remember that just before you can perform tricks in the game, does not necessarily mean you can perform them yourself in the real world, so just be careful!

Remember to take breaks from gaming, and give your eyes and hands a rest if you are playing for an extended period of time, but most importantly of all, make sure you enjoy your skateboarding games!

Mobile and tablet skateboarding games

The majority of people on the planet own a mobile phone or tablet of some description. Here are a couple of top games that are available across iOS and Android to fulfil all of your skateboarding needs on the go!

1. Tony Hawk’s Skate Jam

Pretty much the most popular skateboarding game of all time is Tony Hawk, this is now on iOS and Android, not just the normal PlayStation or games consoles.

The game by Maple Media Holdings, LLC that was published by Tony Hawk himself, has over 6300 ratings on the App Store, giving an overall rating of 4.5. In the game, you play as a customizable skater and explore various levels inspired by real-world skate spots. The game offers a wide range of tricks, flips, grabs, and grinds that you can perform using intuitive touch controls. You can swipe and tap on the screen to execute moves and combinations.

As with the real world, this game gives the option to be able to skate in the street, park, and vert. Players can use different boards to complete different tricks and swapping boards to maximize their score. The game offers 35+ skateboard options, to be able to skate in a dynamic style.

There are different game modes for players to go through, either tournaments, or career mode. Career mode will allow players to push themselves to complete fun and challenging objectives across five different regions, whilst gaining experience and entering career tournaments to beat other pros. You will even be able to skate with legendary skateboarder Tony Hawk!

Tournament mode brings a whole interactive dynamic to the game. Playing against other gamers around the world and qualifying to climb the leader board, with huge prizes on offer!

The game boasts high-quality graphics, smooth animations, and realistic physics, aiming to provide an immersive skateboarding experience on your iPhone. It combines elements of arcade-style gameplay with authentic skateboarding tricks and mechanics, appealing to both casual players and hardcore skateboarding enthusiasts.

2. Skateboard Party 3

In number 2 we have Skateboard Party 3, the game developed by Ratrod Studio Inc, with 13.3k ratings at 4.5 stars, this is a great game to download right now!

The game itself offers a fun and immersive skateboarding experience with a variety of features and gameplay modes. Much like Tony Hawk’s game, you play as a customizable skater and have access to a range of skateboards and gear to personalize your character. The game features multiple skate parks and locations inspired by real-world spots, allowing you to explore different environments and skate to your heart’s content.

One of the more notable features of Skateboard Party 3 is its multiplayer mode. You are able to connect with your friends, or other players online around the world and skate together in real-time! How cool! This does add a competitive element, as you can challenge other players with scores and tricks, or simply enjoy skating in a social setting.

The game offers carious gameplay modes to keep you engaged. Firstly, career mode. This mode allows you to progress through different levels, complete objectives, and unlock new skate parks and items as you advance through the levels. There is also Free Skate mode. This allows you to practice your skills, develop your tricks, and there are not constraints or time limits.

Skateboard Party 3 provides an extensive list of tricks and manoeuvres to master. You can perform flips, grinds, slides, manuals, and more by utilizing the intuitive touch controls. The game incorporates realistic physics to enhance the authenticity of your skateboarding experience.

Additionally, Skateboard Party 3 includes a selection of challenges and achievements to complete, providing extra objectives and rewards for your progression. You can track your stats, earn in-game currency, and use it to unlock additional content or customize your skater.

3. Turbo Stars

This epic skateboarding racing game will bring a very competitive edge to your skateboarding gaming lifestyle. This game has over 235.9k ratings on the iOS App Store with a rating of 4.7 stars, it is definitely a game to download now!

The game offers a wide variety of different and exciting tracks to defeat opponents and friends in one of the most competitive skateboarding games. Think Mario Kart mixed with skateboarding and you’re almost there!

Each player controls their character whilst riding on various skateboards (along with bikes and scooters to mix it up). The tracks that are raced on have different challenges like obstacles to avoid and competing against other players or AI opponents.

To play, simply swipe left or right on the screen to steer your vehicle and avoid the obstacles on the course. The character can also perform stunts and tricks by swiping upwards, adding a layer of skill and strategy to the races. The tracks are filled with ramps, jumps, and loops that allow you to perform impressive aerial manoeuvres.

While progressing through the game, players earn in-game currency to unlock and upgrade owned skateboards, customize the character and their traits, and enhance racing abilities to be better than the opponents.

Much like the other games we have discussed, there are different game modes available. Solo races, time trials, and multiplayer competitions, so players can play against friends or other gamers around the world.

This game is perfect for gamers who enjoy a quick thrill, have a competitive streak, and want to win races. Races take a matter of minutes to complete, so can be done on the go. The game also includes leader boards and achievements to provide additional goals and incentives for improvement.

iOS Specific skateboarding game

The iOS system runs on Apple products can bring different games and apps to the Android app store. We have found an iOS specific skateboarding app, here’s what it has to offer for iPhone and iPad users.

Skate City

This iOS game for iPhones and iPads was developed by Agens and Snowman, with a rating of 4.8 stars and 2.8k reviews, it’s sure to be a great game!

Skating through different iconic cities, with their own distinct visual styles and atmosphere, players perform tricks and complete challenges in these various skate spots within each city. The game features real-world locations such as LA, Oslo, and Barcelona, with detailed graphics and ambient soundtracks that capture the essence of these urban environments.

Players have a range of tricks at their disposal, including flips, grinds, slides, manuals, and more. By using intuitive touch controls, players can execute these tricks and string together combinations to earn points to increase their score.

Skate City offers different game modes to suit the players preferences and playstyle. The Career mode allows the progression through a series of challenges and objectives, unlocking new levels and cities to advance through. There is also an Endless mode, this is essentially free play to explore the cities, practice skills and discover hidden spots and lines.

The controls in Skate City are simple and responsive. Players can use swipe gestures and touch controls to perform tricks and control the skateboard’s movement. The game aims to strike a balance between accessibility and depth, making it enjoyable for both casual players and experienced skateboarding enthusiasts.

There is also a replay system that means players can capture and share their best skateboarding moments with friends and on social media! Recording and editing the runs to create stylish and cinematic skate videos, what more could an avid skateboarder want!

With its visually stunning environments, smooth animations, and chilled-out vibes, Skate City provides an engaging and artistic skateboarding experience on any iPhone or iPad. It is a game that captures the spirit of urban skateboarding and offers a blend of relaxation and skillful play.

Skateboarding games for Xbox and PlayStation

While playing games on the go is great, sometimes you want to be at home relaxing and chilling. Here are a few games that are great on Xbox and PlayStation for those bigger screen skateboarding times.

Skate 3

Although Skate 3 is an older game, release in 2010, it is one of the all-time greats! The game offers a realistic skateboarding experience, featuring an open-world environment called Port Carverton. Within the game, players explore the city, complete challenges, and compete in various events. The gameplay focuses on performing tricks, building your skate team, and progressing through the career mode. It also includes a robust online multiplayer mode where you can join friends in cooperative or competitive skate sessions.

Career mode allows players to embark on a journey to build their skateboarding career, follow the story, and complete missions, challenges and events to progress through the game. Free skate is for those who want a more relaxed experience, where players can explore the open-world environment while practicing skateboarding skills without any specific objectives or time limits. Multiplayer mode is an online feature where players can skate with friends and other players, simply connect to the internet, and create skate sessions to skate together.

One of the key features to Skate 3 is its emphasis on community and social interaction. The game has a cooperative mode where players can team up with friends to complete challenges, create their own skate videos, and build their own skate brands.

Completing challenges in career mode will earn reputation points, meaning players can unlock new areas, gear, and equipment, as well as improve their skateboarding skills. The game also allows for customization of the player’s character and the ability to create custom skate parks.

Due to being on a games console rather than a mobile/tablet, players use the controller’s buttons and analogue sticks to control the skater. While players cannot play Skate 3 on the latest generation of consoles, it can still be played on Xbox One consoles via backward compatibility.

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skate 1&2

That’s right, another Tony Hawk game! There was no way we could have an article about skateboarding games without bringing up Tony Hawk at least a couple of times! Tony Hawk’s Pro Skate 1&2 is a remastered collection of the iconic skateboarding games, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skate 2.

The remastered version brings back the classic gameplay, levels, and skaters from the original titles, but with updated graphics, improved controls, and additional features. It aims to capture the nostalgia of the original games whilst also providing a modern and polished experience.

Within the game, players take on the role of legendary skateboarders from the past and present, including Tony Hawk himself, and a roster of professional skaters. The objective is to perform tricks and complete objectives within various levels, such as skate parks, city streets, and famous real-world locations.

The game features a variety of game modes, including the classic Career mode, where players complete objectives and challenges to unlock new levels and skaters. There is also a Free Skate mode, where skaters can freely explore the levels and practice the tricks that have been learnt, without any time restraints or pressures to complete challenges. There is also multiplayer online modes where friends or other players and compete to do various challenges worldwide.

Enhanced game controls and physics have been introduced for the game, which gives gamers a smooth and responsive skating experience. Players can perform a wide variety of tricks, grabs, grinds, and manuals using the game’s intuitive control scheme. The combo system allows players to link tricks together to create high-scoring combinations.

Players can also create their own skater and even their own skate park. These creations can be shared online, allowing the community to enjoy and play in other players’ custom parks for the best interaction and be involved within the game more.

With its combination of nostalgia, updated visuals, tight controls, and a strong emphasis on multiplayer and community features, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1&2 has been highly acclaimed by both fans and critics, reinvigorating the skateboarding genre and offering a fantastic skateboarding experience for players of all skill levels.

How to tell if a skateboarding game is good or not

It is difficult to just say ‘how to tell if a game is good’, because it usually comes down to personal preference, and what a gamer values in a game. That being said, there are some key factors that can help draw the conclusion of a good game or not;

– The controls. A good skateboarding game will have responsive and intuitive controls that allow players to perform tricks and maneuvers with precision. The controls should feel natural and provide a sense of control over the played character.

-Physics and realism. Realistic physics can greatly enhance the gameplay experience in a skateboarding game. The way the character interacts with the environment, performs tricks, and maintains balance should feel believable and immersive.

-Level design. Well-designed levels are crucial for a skateboarding game. They should offer a variety of challenges, interesting obstacles, and diverse environments that encourage exploration and creativity. The level design should also provide opportunities for different styles of play, whether it’s street skating, vert ramps, or park skating.

-Trick variety and animation. To reach a good level for a skateboarding game rating, it should offer a wide range of tricks and maneuvers to perform. The animations should be smooth and visually appealing, capturing the essence of skateboarding. Having the ability to customize and create tricks can also be a big plus.

-Progression and goals. A compelling skateboarding game should have meaningful progression and goals. Whether it is completing specific objectives, unlocking new levels or characters, or improving your skills and stats, a sense of accomplishment and growth can make the game more engaging and rewarding.

-Soundtrack and atmosphere. Music plays an important role in skateboarding culture, and a good skateboarding game often features a diverse and fitting soundtrack. The overall atmosphere and presentation, including graphics, sound design, and visual style, should also contribute to an immersive and enjoyable experience.

-Multiplayer and social features. Being able to play with others, friends, or general online players, brings the social factor and more friendly and immersive gameplay. Multiplayer modes can add longevity and enjoyment to the experience. Cooperative or competitive gameplay, online leader boards, and the ability to share and compete with friends can enhance the game’s replay value.

Basically, it is important to consider these factors, while keeping an open mind to the players personal preferences and values of what makes a good game. Reading reviews, watching gameplay videos, and listening to feedback from other players can also help gauge the overall quality and enjoyment of a particular skateboarding game.

How can skateboarding games help with real skateboarding

While skateboarding games are just games, they can offer some benefits directly into real life skateboarding.

To begin with, the familiarity with tricks and the mechanics of skateboarding. Skateboarding games often include a wide range of tricks and maneuvers, allowing players to learn about different tricks and how they are performed. By playing these games, skateboarders can become familiar with the names, inputs, and mechanics of various tricks, which can help understand and visualize them in real life.

Secondly, the muscle memory and coordination of tricks and skating. Playing video games requires hand-eye coordination and precise timing to perform tricks. Although the physical movements in the game differ from real skateboarding, the repetitive actions can help develop muscle memory and coordination, which can indirectly translate to better control and coordination on a skateboard.

Next up, spacial awareness and line selection. Skateboarding games typically feature detailed virtual environments with various obstacles and ramps. By playing these games, players and skaters can develop a sense of spacial awareness and learn to assess and navigate different lines and skate spots. This can enhance the ability to spot potential lines and find creative lines in real-life skateparks or street spots.

The creativity and visualization for skateboarders can increase from playing the games. Within games, it is often common to customize skateboards, skateparks, outfits, music and even design skateparks, obstacles and tricks. This can encourage creativity and allow the experimentation of different setups and lines. The ability to visualize and plan tricks in a virtual environment can help develop the creativity of a skater and translate in to real skateboarding.

Lastly, the motivation and inspiration to improve at skateboarding. Watching the virtual characters perform impressive tricks and progress through challenges can spark a desire and drive in the gamer to progress in their own skateboarding journey.

Although skateboarding games are fun and enjoyable, it is important to note that they are not a substitute for real skateboarding and exercise. The physical and mental aspects of skateboarding, such as balance, coordination, and overcoming fear after a fall, can only be developed through actual practice on a skateboard. However, playing skateboarding games can supplement your real-life skateboarding experience and provide additional enjoyment, knowledge, and inspiration.

How much do skateboarding video games cost

Video games for Xbox and PlayStation can cost anywhere from $20 to $60 depending on their age, platform, any special additions. If the game is a lot older, then it could be found in a thrift shop for just a few dollars. Secondhand games, of course, will cost less than the brand new game. Make sure to shop around to get the best price that you can for the game that you want. But if they are secondhand, make sure to check the quality of the disc to ensure it will still work and won’t ruin your gaming experience.

Video games that need the internet for multi-player will require an online platform subscription as well. These can either be monthly or annual subscriptions, so be aware of what is needed before committing.

Mobile and tablet games can either be free, or as low as $0.99, but can go up to $9.99 or potentially more depending on the game’s quality, complexity, and popularity. There can also be in-app purchases, where games are initially free to download, but offer in-app purchases for additional content, power-ups, virtual currencies, or subscriptions. The prices of in-app purchases can vary greatly depending on the game and the item or feature being purchased.

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Didn’t have this on our 2023 bingo card. One of the BoardPusher Skateboards shop owners, William James Taylor Jr., sent us a signed sheet of USPS Forever Stamps,

“…your business helped me get seen by the art director for Art of the Skateboard with the USPS. He found one of my creations I was promoting for my BoardPusher shop, and then sent me an email asking me to join the project. When I opened my store, I had no clue it would lead to something so amazing! So, as I’m making my list of family, friends, and an old high school art teacher who I want to sign a sheet of the stamps for, I wanted to send you all one too.

Thanks for helping me and everyone else who works with you put our art on beautiful custom decks! Couldn’t have done it without you guys to host my little store, cause that’s how my deck got seen in the first place for it to happen!”

So stoked for William! You can visit his custom skateboard shop at BoardPusher.com/core222 or use one of his backgrounds available in our Deck Designer to customize your own skateboard graphic!

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Traveling with your skateboard can seem like a daunting task or worse, an expensive addition to your travel costs. Truth is, it can unfortunately be both and for many unsuspecting skaters, they get to the airport and receive some bad news that their skateboard is NOT a carry on and costs them a bag fee.

However, some skaters get lucky and pay zero charge or know beforehand to take their skateboard apart and spread it throughout their bags. Nonetheless, skateboarders have been traveling long enough by air with proven tools and tricks of the trade. For years, they have long been kept a secret but now can be shared to you all.

Additionally, different airlines and airports have different policies when it comes to traveling with your skateboard. We’re going to share in this article examples of large airlines and airports and their policies towards skateboards, so you can have all the answers you need to know How To Travel With Your Skateboard.

In this article we’ll be going over:

• What Airline Companies Won’t Tell You
• Official Weight of a Skateboard and its Parts
• Official Size Dimensions of a Skateboard
• Skateboarding Policies of Largest Airlines
• Tools, Tricks and Secrets for Traveling With Your Skateboard from Pro Skaters

Traveling for a skate trip? Whether you’re headed to San Diego, Los Angeles or a small town check out our detailed guides on How To Skateboard in your travel destination for the most complete, fun and safe skate trip possible.

What Airline Companies Won’t Tell You

One of the major reasons why we decided to craft this article is because of the bad news skateboarders receive right before boarding a plane, telling them their skateboard has to be “checked in.”

There’s no “emotional support” skateboard policy, although we think there should be. Thing is, some airlines don’t list their policy, so you get to the gate and are about to board the plane with your fingers crossed. But more often than not, this leads to you spending an extra $50-$70 (sometimes more) checking your skateboard as another bag. Worst case scenario, you can even miss your flight.

Consider calling ahead and asking your airline their skateboard policy directly, and do so at the airport you’re flying out of. As we get into later in this article, some airports are totally cool with skaters and let them skate around without a gripe.

If you search for specific skateboard policies online, much of the time the airline doesn’t list a skateboard specific policy. Additionally, a skateboard has its own weight and dimensions that some consider on-par with a carry on, while others, even though it fits the required specs, deem the skateboard to be next to a weapon or oversized luggage. That is precisely why we’re going to give you the official dimensions of a skateboard, skateboarding policies of the largest airlines, and tools, tricks, and secrets for traveling with your skateboard from pro skaters.

Official Size Dimensions of a Skateboard

Here are some general dimensions of a skateboard for you to check with your airline policy. Note, your skateboard may have slight changes or if you’re looking for a free online skateboard size calculator– click here.

• The average length of a skateboard is 28” to 32” long.
• The average height or width of a skateboard is 7.5” to 8.5”.
• The wheels are generally 50-57mm as well.

From top to bottom, the skateboard is generally less than or around 6 or 7 inches from the ground.

Official Weight of a Skateboard and its Parts

In case you want to pack your skateboard in your bag or want to take it apart and pack your bags, here are some of the average weights of skateboards and their parts.

• Skateboard Deck: A standard shortboard skateboard deck is made of 7 layers of wood and weighs generally from 1 to 2.2 kilograms.
• Hardware and Grip Tape: The hardware and griptape are essentially non-existent when it comes to weight, weighing in at only 0.1 kilograms.
• Wheels: Nearly all skateboard wheels are made of polyurethane, weighing in from generally 200 to 250 grams.
• Bearings: Bearings, much like griptape don’t weigh very much. But having 8 bearings total, or two for each wheel comes in at 12 to 14 grams.
• Trucks: You probably guessed that your trucks are the heaviest part of your skateboard. Depending on if the trucks are hollow and their size, most trucks weigh just under 350 grams.

Skateboarding Policies of Largest Airlines

For most decades, skateboarders would take their entire skateboard and most airlines had reasonable accommodations for skateboard travel. However, over the years, airlines have done everything to squeeze a few extra bucks, so now even pro skaters are weary about traveling with their skateboards.

Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines is one of the major domestic airlines that allows skateboarders to bring their skateboard on the airplane as a carry-on luggage. The statement from their website reads: “Skateboards may be substituted for a carry-on or a checked bag but it does have to be stowed with the wheels up so it does not roll.”

United Airlines

United Airlines is another domestic airline company that allows you to take a skateboard onto a plane as carry-on baggage. The statement from their website reads: “We’ll accept only non-powered roller skates, rollerblades and skateboards as checked bags or carry-on bags.”

Jet Blue Airlines

As we warned you about some airlines before, JetBlue Airlines is a bit ambiguous with their skateboard airline policy. The airline states that you may be able to bring your skateboard on a plane as a carry-on, when it fits the dimensions. While most skateboards technically exceed the length of a carry-on bag, it does state on their website: “a skateboard or longboard will count as a carry-on or checked item, as long as it meets the size requirements.” Generally, at larger airports like LAX or JFK, where these airlines see skateboards and skaters every day, you won’t normally have a problem. Smaller airports and international travel are particularly fickle however.

American Airlines

Apparently, you are not permitted to count a skateboard as a carry-on baggage with American Airlines under the rules of their “sports equipment policy page.” However, on social media and reddit pages, skaters insist they have been able to travel with their skateboards on this airline. Leaving it up to once again the size of the airport you’re in and if the airline employees are willing to accommodate you without extra charge.

Delta Airlines

Another misleading statement from Delta airlines, since they write on their website: “skateboards are allowed as check baggage and standard baggage rates apply. Skateboards are allowed as carry-on baggage and standard carry-on size restrictions apply.” At 22 inches for length, this would technically exceed the size requirements, once again leaving it up to the discretion of the flight attendants.

Tools, Tricks and Secrets for Traveling from Pro Skaters

Whether you’re traveling for a skate competition, a skate trip to Los Angeles or a skate trip to San Diego, there’s proven secrets to how to travel with your skateboard. Here are some that Pro Skaters have been using for decades that have been revealed by social media.

Take apart your skateboard: This might come as a surprise to a lot of people but taking apart your skateboard is a great way to avoid having to pay an extra bag fee. Your trucks and wheels for example can be placed in your carry on, or maybe even your personal item. You just need a bag to bring your skateboard deck. Which we talk about in our next points.

Buy a Skateboard Deck When You Land: Remember what we said about taking your skateboard apart? Imagine you just brought your trucks and wheels over in a carry on or personal item, now you can visit a local skate shop when you land and buy yourself a souvenir. This helps you avoid at least one way of travel fees and bringing something memorable home in the process.

Have a Bag Large Enough Luggage for Your Skateboard: The strategy of having a large enough luggage bag to fit your skateboard is what’s most common with Pro skaters nowadays. Whether they’re traveling for X Games or The Olympics, these skaters and their sponsors have to make sure they get to where they are going with several skateboard decks. Most large size luggage can fit a skateboard deck, especially the larger duffle bags.

GOSKATE Beginner Skateboard Package Shipped to Where You’re Staying: Want to avoid the stress of traveling with your skateboard altogether? The GOSKATE Beginner Skateboard package can be shipped fully assembled and ready to skate to wherever you are staying. Check out our Beginner Skateboard Package here and our free skateboard size calculator to figure out what size and dimensions work for you.

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The long anointed “Mecca of Skateboarding” Los Angeles, California has always been one of the most desired travel destinations for skateboarders – and for good reason. In Los Angeles, it’s nearly always 72 degrees and sunny and concrete stretches out 50 miles in every direction without ever leaving the county.

With over 10-million people in the greater Los Angeles area, school yards, government buildings and countless skateparks span from Orange County to the San Fernando Valley. Neighboring San Diego, San Bernardino, and Ventura County look in awe as some of the largest skate brands reside in Los Angeles, and a vibrant skate scene flourishes in every LA suburb.

However, with a concrete jungle creating a seemingly endless map of skate destinations, one might be overwhelmed in finding where to GOSKATE. More importantly perhaps, a skater and their traveling companions might find themselves the victim of touristy skateparks and skate spots, instead of enjoying what the City of Angels really has to offer.

There’s the big skateparks like Venice, California where you might see a celebrity skateboarder, but then there’s also hidden gem skateparks like the prefab skatepark in South Pasadena. We’re going to give you the heavy hitters of course, but we are also going to give you some of the best skateparks, skate spots, skate shops, and skate schools to make your trip to Los Angeles unforgettable.

Luckily for us, the author of this article is a Los Angeles native and is happy to supply our readers with the most authentic guide to Skateboarding in Los Angeles possible.

So without further ado, in this article we’ll be going over:

• Skateboarding in Los Angeles
• Best Skateparks in Los Angeles
• Iconic Skate Spots in Los Angeles
• Best Local Skate Shops in Los Angeles & Where to Buy Skateboarding Equipment
• Affordable Skate Schools in Los Angeles
• Celebrity Skateboarders in Los Angeles

Best Skate Shops and Where to get Skate Equipment in Los Angeles

Val Surf, Valley Village California

Val surf is the oldest standing skate shop in Los Angeles and resides in Valley Village, California right by North Hollywood Skate Plaza, Sheldon Skatepark and 10-15 mins from Pedlow Field Skatepark. As the name suggests, the skate shop also sells surf gear and is known for the local skateboarders whose careers they’ve helped support like Erik Herrera and Stevie Perez.

Address: 4810 Whitsett Ave, Valley Village, CA 91607, USA

Inner City Deck Supply, Lincoln Heights California

Inner City Deck Supply, also known as ICDS, resides in Lincoln Heights, right by the Lincoln Heights skatepark built by Paul Rodriguez. The Skate Shop has an awesome owner, who as a skateboarder through and through, resurrected the skateshop and its namesake after he saw the original go out of business when he was a kid. A great skater owned skate shop every skater should support if they can.

Address: 112 E Ave 26, Los Angeles, CA 90031, USA

Pawnshop Skate Co., Covina California

Pawnshop Skate Co. is one of the best skate shops in the greater Los Angeles area. Located in the San Gabriel Valley, Pawnshop Skate Co., is close to skateparks like Duarte and Monrovia (as seen on this list). This skate shop is skater owned as well and see its stickers from Los Angeles to San Bernardino.

114 N Citrus Ave, Covina, CA 91723, USA

Stix Ride Shop Three Greater Los Angeles Locations

Stix Rideshop is another great skate shop out in the San Gabriel Valley, near the local skateparks of Claremont Skatepark, La Verne Skatepark, and San Dimas Skatepark. Stix Ride Shop also has two locations in Monrovia and South Pasadena California.

Stix Rideshop, Claremont California

Address: 456 W 1st St, Claremont, CA, 91711, USA

Stix Ride Shop, Monrovia California,

Address: 421 S Myrtle Ave, Monrovia, CA 91016, USA

Stix Ride Shop South Pasadena, California

Address: 1011A Mission St, S Pasadena, CA 91030, USA

Marriage Skate Shop, Echo Park California

A great local skatepark just a few blocks away from the Echo Park Skatepark, Marriage Skateshop hosts art shows, zine releases and creates a ton of its own merchandise you can support.

Address: 1616 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA

Pharmacy Skate Shop Four Locations in Greater Los Angeles

Pharmacy Skate Shop has four locations with 3 of them being in the more remote parts of Los Angeles. What is really great about the more remote locations is how they support a diverse range of skaters who might not otherwise have access to a local skate shop. This means skate demos, skate contests, having a skate team, etc., in these more remote areas grants Pharmacy a unique privilege usually not associated with a major city like Los Angeles.

Pharmacy Skate Shop, Hollywood California

Address: 1520 N Cahuenga Blvd, Hollywood CA 90028, USA

Pharmacy Skate Shop, Long Beach California

333 Pine Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA

Pharmacy Skate Shop, Palmdale California

1233 W Rancho Vista Blvd, Palmdale CA 93551

Pharmacy Skate Shop, Lancaster California

661 W Lancaster Blvd, Lancaster CA 93534

Unable to come to Los Angeles to buy a skateboard?

Have no fear, GOSKATE has our beginner skateboard package readily available to get you rolling in the right direction. Using our Free Skateboard Size Calculator, we’ll provide you with a fully assembled ready to go complete skateboard sourced from the best skate materials in the world.

Best Skateparks in Los Angeles

Los Angeles truly has some of the best skateparks in the world. With that being said, so many people traveling to Los Angeles tend to immediately go for the more featured skateparks but there’s so many great skateparks in other areas of LA just as good, if not better. You’re also more likely to run into your favorite pro skater or have a less crowded skatepark for a better learning environment.

We’ve listed some of the best hidden gem skateparks as well as addresses to some of the more popular skateparks for the most robust Los Angeles skatepark experience possible. Enjoy!

Burbank/Glendale California, Verdugo Skatepark

One of the unique aspects about the Verdugo skatepark that resides at 1534 Cañada Blvd, on the border of Burbank and Glendale California, is that this skatepark is monitored by the city. The local Parks and Recreation department has hired staff on hand that make sure everyone is skating with the proper safety gear. While this skatepark is a pay-to-skate skatepark, the Verdugo Skatepark and the City of Glendale do a great job of making sure this skatepark is friendly for young and beginner skateboarders. If you’re a parent who doesn’t mind paying the small fee and prefers your child has proper supervision and safety gear, consider checking out the Verdugo Skatepark. This skatepark also has a surprisingly gnarly transition section and a healthy skate scene of skaters of all skills and sizes.

Address: 1534 Cañada Blvd, Glendale, CA 91208, USA

Duarte California, Duarte Sports Park

Duarte California has one of the most underrated skate parks in all of the greater Los Angeles area. We wanted to include this park since many people visit California and stay in the San Gabriel Valley, a part of greater Los Angeles that is often just a few exit signs on the freeway while heading into Downtown Los Angeles. Duarte Skatepark is a free skatepark located at 1401 Central Ave in Duarte California, open from dawn till dusk, with an emphasis on transition and fun boxes. Built before many of the street league style skate plazas we see today, the unique skatepark design offers skaters a robust array of obstacles, including a prominent spine, bump to bar, and a triangle hubba resembling something out of a Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater video game. Skaters can also hop up main street a few street lights to skate Monrovia Skatepark in Monrovia, California or grab a bite at the legendary Spaghetti Factory in the City of Industry.

Address: 1401 Central Ave, Duarte, CA 91010, USA

South Pasadena California, South-Pas Skateboard Park

South Pasadena is home to one of the best not-so-talked-about skateparks in Los Angeles. The South Pasadena skatepark located at 660 Stoney Dr., is a prefab skatepark with an onsite crew to keep the skatepark clean and amicable to all skaters. Right next to the skatepark is also a large sports park, including batting cages, pickleball courts and even a dog park for you to bring the whole family. The skate park itself has a perfect mini ramp and tons of mellow banks and pyramids suitable for all skill levels. The local S Pasadena skateboarders brought in some boxes and ramps on the back flat area, making this prefab skatepark have a unique DIY element to it. This skatepark is on the eastside of LA and many Pro skaters frequent this skatepark early on weekdays. Highly, highly recommended for skaters traveling to Los Angeles. One warning, the parking lot is very small so come early and be prepared to walk a bit if you can’t find a spot.

Address: 660 Stoney Dr. South Pasadena, CA 91030, USA

San Pedro California, Channel Street Skatepark

Every once and awhile there’s a skatepark or skate spot every skateboarder needs to go to –Channel Street is one of those places. Why? The truth is nothing short of the fact Channel Street represents the DIY spirit tied to what it means to be a skateboarder. This DIY over its decade plus lifespan saw itself gated up and nearly destroyed but thanks to the local skate scene and some of the biggest brands in skateboarding, has turned into a city recognized skatepark. What began as a few local skaters mixing concrete and making ramps under a freeway overpass, is now one of the most iconic DIY skateparks of all time filled with some of the gnarliest transition in all of Los Angeles. Tucked away in the South Bay of Los Angeles in San Pedro California, it’s not a skatepark the average skate blog will tell you about. But If you make your way to Los Angeles and are an experienced pool or transition skater, do your best to make it to Channel Street in San Pedro California.

Address: 600-620 W Channel St. San Pedro CA 90731, USA

Sun Valley, San Fernando Valley, Sheldon Skatepark

Los Angeles has some of the coolest looking skateparks with local artists, graffiti and just overall vibes and Sheldon skatepark is a testament to this. Sheldon Skatepark in Sun Valley California, is one of the largest skateparks in the San Fernando Valley, a part of Los Angeles many pro skaters call home. Sometimes called South East Valley Skatepark, the city of Los Angeles included Sheldon Skatepark as a 2013 initiative to install 44 installations of outdoor fitness equipment (the skatepark being one of them). The skatepark, home to two triple sets, a double kink rail, two tabletops, several hubbas, ledges, and quarter pipes, weights in at an impressive 25,000 square feet on a 2-acre site. Built by California Skatepark, Sheldon is in the Valley, the north side of Los Angeles and offers travelers to LA an alternative to skateparks that demand intense LA traffic.

Address: 12511 Sheldon St. Sun VAlley, CA 91352

Encino California, Pedlow Field Skate Park

One of the reasons we’re including a few skateparks from the San Fernando Valley part of Los Angeles is because many people traveling from outside of LA will find much more affordable airBnbs and Hotels in these areas. So if you find yourself staying in Encino, Van Nuys, or Studio City, you’re in luck. Encino is home to Pedlow Field Skatepark, known as “Pedlow” and one of the first skateparks ever built in LA and with some of the deepest roots in the LA skate scene. Known for its huge pool and massive flat areas and beginner friendly park monitors, Pedlow has produced some of skateboarding’s biggest pro skaters – like Tristan Funkhouser and Kader Sylla. The park is one of the largest, at 25,000 plus square feet and hosts plenty of diverse obstacles in transition and street. If you like quarter pipes, mini ramps, snake runs, and skating pools, Pedlow has some of the best and with many different sizes. This skatepark can get crowded after school. But then again, if you or your loved one is looking to make friends, come to Pedlow and embrace the thriving skate scene.

Address: 17334 Victory Blvd, Encino CA, 91406, USA

Glendale California, Chevy Chase Skatepark

Glendale California is nestled between the major east side Los Angeles cities like Silverlake, Echo Park, Highland Park, and Los Feliz but without the super expensive hotel or airbnb price tags of the east side. Thus, it’s a great place for skaters to stay while visiting LA and has one of the best skateparks in Chevy Chase skatepark. This skatepark is a local for many pro skaters who enjoy street like obstacles, since the park lacks a true transition presence. Resembling the long ledge at famous Los Angeles skatepark, The Berrics, a long ledge is the focal point of the street section with a quarter pipe to keep the flow going. There’s also a large quarter pipe that gives you speed to a 2-gap-2 double set, and a pair of down rails. A bump to hubba, a bank to ledge, an A frame and a tight but adequate mini ramp round out the park, which sometimes is criticized for being too slippery, does operate as one of the rare skateparks in Los Angeles with lights til 9-10pm.

Address: 4165 Chevy Chase Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90039, USA

North Hollywood California, North Hollywood Skate Plaza

North Hollywood California is home to the North Hollywood Skate Plaza, one of the first skate plazas ever built in the USA. Designed, funded and constructed by Rob Dyrdek at the height of his Fantasy Factory fame, the skatepark is an impressive array of street plaza obstacles resembling what a skater might find in the wild. That means a sprawled out series of ledges, including a multi-level manny pad, shoot out ledges, flat bars, a euro-gap and a curved ledge surrounded by banks for speed and lines. The locals have built several DIY features over the years and maintain a healthy ecosystem of some of the gnarliest and most skilled LA skaters. The park has also appeared in several movies like Mid 90s and North Hollywood, and is a bit of an underground hot spot for street culture. Unlike Stoner Plaza in Santa Monica which is a bit trendy. North Hollywood hasn’t always had the best rep for safety but over the years things have changed with parents hiring skate lessons and an overall vibrant skate community from the nearby high school.

Address: 11430 Chandler Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91601

Claremont California, Claremont Skate Park

We wanted to include at least one amazing Los Angeles skatepark that you have never heard of on this list— and that’s Claremont Skatepark. Claremont is the last city in LA county before hitting San Bernardino county and this little town tucked beneath Mount Baldy California is home to one of the best skateparks for beginner skaters. Claremont Skatepark was also one of the very first skateparks in the area, built in 1998. It has some of the best concrete ever seen at a skatepark and has all the basic skate obstacles perfectly constructed. A bank for transition learners, a small bowl in the back, two flatbars, two hubbas, one curb sized, a perfect pyramid and several ledges surrounding the park. The skatepark also has lights and is surrounded by grass with no cage-like gate. The thing is, it’s a bit outside of LA but if you’re traveling around and find yourself headed east, you’ll be happy to make the stop at this wonderful skatepark. One of the most legendary skaters in Daewon Song, said this skatepark is severely underrated and is the best skatepark for anyone wanting to master the foundations of skateboarding.

Address: 1717 N. Indian Hill Blvd, Claremont CA, 91711, USA

More Obvious Choices Via Our LA Skateparks Article:

Venice Beach California, Venice Skatepark

Address: 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291, USA

Santa Monica California, Stoner Skate Plaza

Address: 1835 Stoner Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90025, USA

The Berrics Skatepark Downtown Los Angeles

Address: 2535A E 12th St, Los Angeles, CA 90021, USA

Cherry Park – Long Beach, California

2000-2098 2nd St, Long Beach, CA 90803

Best Skate Spots in Los Angeles

We’ve been documenting the best skate spots and skateparks Los Angeles has to offer for several years now – including our How to Skateboard in Los Angeles article. But we wanted to give you the most robust map to Los Angeles skate spots possible as told by a local LA Skater.

Santa Monica Slappy Curbs – Santa Monica, California

Curb skating will always be a great option for skaters looking to keep it mellow and fun on their skate trip. Maybe you need a great warm up spot or a curb session to end the day, so what better way than right next to the beautiful Santa Monica pier? These Santa Monica Slappy Curbs, just north of Venice and Marina Del Rey, are a must skate for any curb skater in Los Angeles.

Address: 2600 Barnard Way, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA

Griffith Park Ditch – Los Angeles, California

You’ve probably heard of the Griffith Observatory, the Greek Theatre or even the LA Zoo, all of which can be found in the world famous Griffith Park. However, right by the Griffith Park golf course is the famous Griffith Park Ditch, complete with a snake run, two bump to ledges, huge banks and a DIY barrier grind for the gnarly seekers. Highly, highly, recommended by our GOSKATE staff.

Address: Mineral Wells Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA

Liberty Park JKWON Plaza – KoreaTown, Los Angeles, California

There might be nothing more raw as a street skater than filling up a plaza with your best friends for a hefty skate session. Tricks going down, memories being made, and all while taking over a plaza that has great ground, ledges, and filming opportunities. Head to JKWON on Sunday’s to see a thriving Los Angeles skate scene in KoreaTown, complete with some of your favorite pro skaters like Stevie Williams and Boo Johnson.

Address: 3700 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010, USA

Hollywood High School – Hollywood, Los Angeles, California

We understand a lot of skaters come to Los Angeles for the skate history and understandably so. Everyone wants to check out the legendary Hollywood High School rails, the 12 and the 16. But there’s also a host of ledges and stair sets within the school that actually are pretty fun and easy to skate. Either way, a trip to Hollywood High is a must do for any skater visiting LA.

Address: 1601-1611 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA

Los Angeles Courthouse Ledges – West Los Angeles, California

At the time of this article, these ledges are still skateable. Rumor has it, this legendary spot is about to be demolished for apartment buildings, along with decade after decade of skate history. Call up your friends or send a message to the skate message boards – skate this legendary Los Angeles Courthouse spot in West Los Angeles while you have the chance!

Address: 42610 10908, Los Angeles, CA 90025, USA

Crypto.com Arena – Downtown, Los Angeles

Crypto.com Arena, formerly known as Staples Center, once hosted the X Games, where winner Paul Rodriguez won gold in what is largely considered the best X Games street contest of all time. Chad Muska and Eric Koston were throwing hammers down the stair sets, as today the set still stands next to a host of manny-pads and ledges. There’s plenty of spots nearby if you get the boot as well.

Address: 1111 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Los Angeles Public Library – Downtown Los Angeles, California

The Los Angeles Public Library is one of the more obscure skate spots on this list but also one of the best. While the building has security until 5pm, weekend skaters and summer skaters can enjoy its scenic flatground, as well as two large gaps seen in plenty of skate videos. Take a walk around the building and witness the famous Jason Dill manny pad as well from the DC Video.

Address: 630 W 5th St., Los Angeles, CA 90071

Van Nuys Courthouse – Van Nuys, Los Angeles, California

Everyone thinks of the West LA courthouse when you say Courthouse in LA but the Van Nuys courthouse has no threat of being destroyed and also hosts plenty of skatespots. If you’re staying in the San Fernando Valley, or visiting one of the Valley skateparks on this list, Pedlow, NOHO, or Sheldon, make sure to check out the Van Nuys Courthouse. You won’t regret it, we promise.

Address: 14400 Erwin St, Van Nuys, CA 91401

Best Skate Schools in Los Angeles

Here is a complete guide to the best skate schools, skate camps and skate lessons in the greater Los Angeles area.

Los Angeles Skateboard School – GOSKATE invites you to check out our Los Angeles office which just so happens to be the largest national skateboarding school in Los Angeles.

Local Los Angeles Skateboard School – There’s really nothing better than learning how to skateboard with a bunch of Los Angeles locals. Learn everything from this article and more!

Local Los Angeles Skateboarding Lessons – Some students really benefit from a private one-on-one lesson, receiving the attention they need without the pressure of other students.

Local Network of Local Skateboarders – In skateboarding, there is absolutely nothing more important than community. Here is a link to a local network of local skateboarders provided by yours truly.

Skateboarding Lessons in Los Angeles –Not every skate school needs to be at a school yard. These skate instructors bring the skate school to you and your loved ones or any local Los Angeles skatepark.

GOSKATE Skate Camp – Does your child thrive in an environment with other classmates and skaters? The GOSKATE Skate camp is the best way to take your child’s skate career to the next level while making some amazing friends in the process.

Los Angeles Skate Competitions

Celebrity Skateboarders in Los Angeles

It’s no secret that Los Angeles is home to celebrities but it’s less known that these famous celebs are also skateboarders. And honestly, some of these skateboarders are also celebrities.

Click a celebrities name to read more about their involvement in the skateboarding world.

Rob Dydrek

Paul Rodriguez

Evan Mock

Lil Wayne

Dennis Shóder

Jonah Hill

Justin Bieber

Kanye West

Travis Barker

Emile Hirsch

Ben Harper

Jason Lee

Mikey Alfred

We hope you enjoy our complete guide to How To Skateboard in Los Angeles. We’ve done our best to show you the best places to skate in LA, while also supplying you with the best skate shops to get the best gear. We invite you to contact us anytime with any tips, tools or suggestions to always keep GOSKATE rolling in the right direction.

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15 years ago today, the Girl and Anti Hero guys team up for an unprecedented good time. Traveling up to the Bay Area and through Oregon, into Washington, over to Orcas Island. Skatepark and camping conditions couldn’t be topped. Magic ensued.

catch more videos on our Girl Films archive page – www.girlskateboards.com/films

Prowan’s got a new one now playing over at Thrasher… damn.