Top Rated
Skate Parks
in Los Angeles
Los Angeles skateboarding is still built on the kind of spots people talk about for years: iconic courthouse ledges, beachside flow, gritty neighborhood plazas, and pocket parks that punch above their size. The city’s scene is as much about vibe and history as it is about obstacles, and reviewers keep coming back to the same thing — when the layout is good, LA skaters will show up.
If you want the classic street feel, West LA Courthouse Skate Plaza gets called a "legendary spot" with "perfect" ledges, a big manual pad, and plenty of flat ground, though several reviewers note there are no ramps or bowls. For something with more flow, Venice Skatepark is the easy must-visit: bowl action, ocean views, and a packed mix of locals, visitors, beginners, and pros. Echo Park, Stoner, and Lake Street all get praise for squeezing a lot of usable skate into small spaces, even if dust, slopes, or crowding can make the session more of a mission.
Quick Stats
22
Total Parks
3
Free Parks
4
With Lights
0
Indoor
Smooth concrete
Top Surface
3
Skill Levels
Park Map
All Skate Parks in Los Angeles
22 parks found
Street SectionRailssmooth concrete
4.2Charmette Bonpua Skate Plaza
moderatedecent
street skatingledges and rails
RailsLightsmixed
4.8Chevy Chase Skatepark
decent
street skatingrails and ledge tricks
4.5Diamond Skatepark
BowlStreet SectionRailsmixed
4.6Echo Park Skate Park
moderatedecent
street skatingbowl skating
4.4El Sereno Skatepark
4Harvard Skate Park
Railssmooth concrete
4.4Hazard Park Skate Plaza
crowdedwell-maintained
beginner skatersrail skating
Railsmixed
4.3Hollenbeck Skatepark
decent
street-style skatingledge and rail tricks
3.8Imperial Courts Skatepark
Street SectionRailsmixed
4La Fayette Skate Plaza
crowdeddecent
street skatingledge and rail tricks
BowlStreet SectionRailsLightssmooth concrete
4.5Lake Street Skatepark
crowdeddecent
intermediate skatersadvanced skaters
4.4Lincoln Park Skatepark
This 9,000-sq.-ft. skatepark was designed in part by professional skateboarder Lance Mountain.
Railsmixed
4.4Marsh Skate Park
moderatedecent
beginnersmini ramp sessions
BowlLightsmixed
4.2Monitor Skatepark
moderateneglected
bowl skatingmini-ramp skating
BowlStreet SectionRailssmooth concrete
4.8Spohn Ranch Skateparks
all-skill skatersstreet skating
Street SectionRailssmooth concrete
4.5Stoner Skate Plaza
moderatewell-maintained
street skatingmanual practice
Railssmooth concrete
3.6Trinity Skatepark
moderatedecent
beginner skatingkids
Street Sectionsmooth concrete
4.7West LA Courthouse Skate Plaza
decent
street skatingledge tricks
RailsLights
4.6Westchester Skatepark.
Modern, landscaped skateboard park with lights, plus rails, banks, stair-sets, hubbas & kickers.
4.3William Nickerson Gardens Skate Park
decent
kidslearning to skate
5WLCAC skate plaza
Railssmooth concrete
4.6WLcac skatepark
rail skatingledge skating
What Skaters Are Saying in Los Angeles
Real reviews from the local skate community.
“The most famous skate spot in all of LA. Contrary to some other reviews online, it is still open and you are allowed to skate there. Rumour has it it will be demolished in 2023 as the actual courthouse is being renovated. but I've also seen that it might be saved. Either way, the ledges are perfect and theyre all actually slightly different heights.”
“Iconic LA skate spot. It’s still open and skateable lots of ledges and steps. manual pads flat ground spot. But no ramps bowls or half pipes. Parking could be tricky.”
“The energy here is always amazing—locals, visitors, pros, beginners, everyone just mixes in and creates such a cool vibe. The ocean breeze, the beach view, and the sound of boards hitting the concrete really make the whole experience feel iconic.”
“Fun skatepark with a good flow. The transition in the bowl is a bit hard to get used to but the street features are built well. It’s fun to be able to constantly cruise around in a loop hitting features. The lights are dim at night and there’s lots of brake dust from the freeway.”
“What an awesome skatepark. I have learned so many tricks here from some of the nicest people in the skateboarding community. It's a skate plaza, not a park, so you'll really need to know how to ollie to have fun here with the obstacles, people are supportive too so chances are someone will teach you to ollie if you talk to them when they're not busy. I feel like the manual pad is so awesome too it's the best height to learn how to ollie onto another platform and for getting longer manuals. The two banks/wall rides there are fun too and sketch in a good way. Theres also a small fun drop in section too.”
Best Parks for Bowl Skating in Los Angeles
These Los Angeles parks feature quality bowl sections for transition skating.
BowlStreet SectionRailsmixed
4.6Echo Park Skate Park
moderatedecent
street skatingbowl skating
BowlStreet SectionRailsLightssmooth concrete
4.5Lake Street Skatepark
crowdeddecent
intermediate skatersadvanced skaters
BowlLightsmixed
4.2Monitor Skatepark
moderateneglected
bowl skatingmini-ramp skating
Night Skating Spots in Los Angeles
Parks with lighting so you can skate after dark in Los Angeles.
RailsLightsmixed
4.8Chevy Chase Skatepark
decent
street skatingrails and ledge tricks
BowlStreet SectionRailsLightssmooth concrete
4.5Lake Street Skatepark
crowdeddecent
intermediate skatersadvanced skaters
BowlLightsmixed
4.2Monitor Skatepark
moderateneglected
bowl skatingmini-ramp skating
Best Street Skating in Los Angeles
Los Angeles parks with dedicated street sections, rails, and ledges.
Beginner-Friendly Parks in Los Angeles
Great for learning — these Los Angeles parks cater to beginners.
Street SectionRailssmooth concrete
4.2Charmette Bonpua Skate Plaza
moderatedecent
street skatingledges and rails
Railssmooth concrete
4.4Hazard Park Skate Plaza
crowdedwell-maintained
beginner skatersrail skating
Railsmixed
4.4Marsh Skate Park
moderatedecent
beginnersmini ramp sessions
Free Skate Parks in Los Angeles
No entry fee required at these Los Angeles parks.
Street SectionRailssmooth concrete
4.2Charmette Bonpua Skate Plaza
moderatedecent
street skatingledges and rails
BowlStreet SectionRailsmixed
4.6Echo Park Skate Park
moderatedecent
street skatingbowl skating
Street Sectionsmooth concrete
4.7West LA Courthouse Skate Plaza
decent
street skatingledge tricks
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Are there free skate parks in Los Angeles?
- Yes! There are 3 free skate parks in Los Angeles, including Charmette Bonpua Skate Plaza, Echo Park Skate Park, West LA Courthouse Skate Plaza.
- Which skate parks in Los Angeles have lights?
- 4 skate parks in Los Angeles have lighting for night sessions, including Chevy Chase Skatepark, Lake Street Skatepark, Monitor Skatepark, Westchester Skatepark..
- Are there indoor skate parks in Los Angeles?
- Currently there are no indoor skate parks listed in Los Angeles. All parks are outdoor facilities.
- What skill levels are the skate parks in Los Angeles suited for?
- Los Angeles's skate parks cover a range of skill levels: 8 for beginner skaters, 7 for intermediate skaters, 4 for advanced skaters. Many parks offer sections for multiple skill levels.
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