Ten important skateboard spots in Kansas City, Missouri (2024)
1. Penn Valley Skatepark
Penn Valley Skatepark is a great spot for skateboarders of all levels. Located at 31st and Pennsylvania, the park offers various features such as quarter pipes, half pipes, rails, and a bowl. The park also hosts skateboarding competitions and events throughout the year.2. Hyde Park Skatepark
Located in the heart of the city, Hyde Park Skatepark offers various features such as rails, ledges, quarter pipes, and a bowl. The park also has a vibrant community of skateboarders, making it a great spot to meet and skate with other skateboarders.
3. Kansas City Skatepark
The Kansas City Skatepark is a massive 40,000 square foot concrete park located on the east side of the city. The park offers various features such as rails, ledges, stairs, a snake run, and a massive bowl. The park also hosts various events and competitions throughout the year.
4. Legacy Skatepark
Legacy Skatepark is a 25,000 square foot indoor skatepark located in Lee's Summit, a suburb of Kansas City. The park offers various features such as quarter pipes, half pipes, rails, ledges, and a massive bowl. The park also offers skateboard lessons and camps for all levels.
5. Minor Park Skatepark
Minor Park Skatepark is a concrete skatepark located in south Kansas City. The park offers various features such as quarter pipes, rails, ledges, and a bowl. The park is a great spot for skateboarders of all levels and is often less crowded than other skateparks in the city.
6. Swope Park Skatepark
Swope Park Skatepark is a massive 30,000 square foot concrete park located in the heart of Swope Park. The park offers various features such as rails, ledges, stairs, and a massive bowl. The park is also well-lit, making it a great spot for night skating.
7. Waldo Skatepark
Waldo Skatepark is a concrete skatepark located in the Waldo neighborhood of Kansas City. The park offers various features such as rails, ledges, stairs, and a bowl. The park is a great spot for skateboarders of all levels and is often less crowded than other skateparks in the city.
8. Union Cemetery Skatepark
Union Cemetery Skatepark is a small concrete skatepark located in south Kansas City. The park offers various features such as quarter pipes, rails, and a bowl. The park is a great spot for skateboarders looking for a smaller, less crowded park.
9. Roanoke Skatepark
Roanoke Skatepark is a small concrete skatepark located in the Roanoke neighborhood of Kansas City. The park offers various features such as rails, ledges, and a bowl. The park is a great spot for skateboarders looking for a smaller, less crowded park.
10. Martin City Skatepark
Martin City Skatepark is a concrete skatepark located in the Martin City neighborhood of Kansas City. The park offers various features such as quarter pipes, rails, and a bowl. The park is a great spot for skateboarders looking for a smaller, less crowded park.
Skateboarding is tribal and most locals are welcoming, but if you're new to a spot, or just passing through, have respect for the locals. Listen. Be smart. Have fun.
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