Shaw Skate Park
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4.6(104)
Skill Level
Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Location
Washington, District Of Columbia
Entry
Paid
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Shaw Skate Park is a modern concrete spot with a mellow beginner-friendly bowl plus a street course full of ramps, grind boxes, and ledges. Go early for a calmer session, and expect it to get crowded later—especially around school/peak times.
At a Glance
LightsLights
WaterWater Fountain
ParkingParking
Materialsmooth concrete
Features
BowlStreet SectionRailsLedgesFlow Bowl
Gated park with lights. Bowl area floor can be uneven around the bowl. Water fountain exists but is reported to taste nasty. Some reviewers mention a crossroads in the middle that can get hectic when busy; also crowding/scooter kids at certain times.
The Setup
Outdoor concrete skateboard park featuring ramps, grind boxes & half-pipes plus basketball courts.
Hours
- Friday
- 9AM-9PM
- Monday
- 9AM-9PM
- Sunday
- 9AM-9PM
- Tuesday
- 9AM-9PM
- Saturday
- 9AM-9PM
- Thursday
- 9AM-9PM
- Wednesday
- 9AM-9PM
Community Voice
Skaters consistently praise Shaw Skate Park for its smooth, newly rebuilt concrete, good flow, and a well-designed mix of street features and a modern bowl. Many visitors say it works for all levels, with the bowl described as mellow enough for learning while still fun for more advanced riders. Common complaints include uneven ground around the bowl, crowding at peak times, and a water fountain that some find unpleasant.
Overall Sentiment
90%
Pros
- Excellent remodel with smooth, new concrete and ramps
- Modern bowl with mellow radius that’s good for learning
- Street course layout with lots of obstacles (ledges/rails/grind options)
- Good flow through the park with minimal pushing
- Lights and a gated setup; generally clean and well maintained
Cons
- Ground/floor around the bowl can be uneven
- Gets very crowded at peak times (and can be hectic in the middle)
- Water fountain tastes nasty
- Parking lot/parking experience is sometimes criticized (though parking is generally available)
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