Washington Street Skate Park (WSVT)
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4.5(158)
Skill Level
Advanced
Location
San Diego, California
Entry
Donation box (amount not specified)
advanced skatersbowl skatingvert skatingexperienced transition ridersskateboarders (skateboards-only)
This is an old-school DIY skatepark under the freeway with huge transitions and deep vert/bowl-style terrain, so it’s best for advanced skaters who want to push their limits. Expect a tight, rules-focused spot with limited parking and a strong local scene—go prepared to skate hard and follow etiquette.
At a Glance
ParkingParking
Materialrough concrete
Features
Bowl
Local Guidelines
- Not for beginners; locals emphasize skatepark etiquette and rules (skateboards only).
Skateboards-only rules are repeatedly mentioned (no bikes/rollerblades/roller skates/scooters). Several reviews mention the park can be closed/locked at times and that it may be daylight-limited; one review notes a latrine on-site that is locked at sunset/when visibility is poor. Parking is described as limited/tight with a small dirt lot nearby. Donation box is mentioned; visitors are asked to bring bills and not litter/damage the park.
The Setup
This old-school skatepark beneath an overpass offers terrain for more advanced skateboarders.
Hours
- Friday
- 9AM-5PM
- Monday
- 9AM-5PM
- Sunday
- 9AM-7PM
- Tuesday
- 9AM-7PM
- Saturday
- 9AM-5PM
- Thursday
- 9AM-7PM
- Wednesday
- 9AM-7PM
Community Voice
Skaters consistently describe Washington Street Skate Park as a legendary, DIY “crete” park with lots of lines, big walls, and bowl/vert-style terrain that tests advanced skills. Many visitors praise the variety, the art/metalwork, and the volunteer/local care, while also warning that it is not for beginners and that locals can be strict about etiquette. A few reviews mention the park being closed/locked at times and note issues like roughness/jankiness in places, plus occasional hostility/localism complaints.
Overall Sentiment
50%
Pros
- Huge vert/bowl-style terrain with big walls and challenging transitions
- Endless lines and variety of features to grind/air out of
- Unique DIY art/metalwork and old-school under-the-freeway vibe
- Volunteer/local-run feel with community pride and generally clean conditions mentioned
- Skateboards-only rules help keep the session focused
Cons
- Not beginner-friendly; advanced/experts only is a common theme
- Localism/hostility complaints from some visitors
- Can be closed/locked at times (including early morning) despite Google listing
- Surface described as janky/rough in at least one review
- Limited/tight parking and some riff-raff/loitering concerns mentioned
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