Bachman Lake Skatepark
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4.8(39)
Skill Level
Advanced
Location
Dallas, Texas
Entry
Paid
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Bachman Lake Skatepark is a high-level concrete park with two bowls, a snake run, and a pump track—great if you want lots of lines and vert-style features. Go prepared for limited parking and basic/portable restrooms, and consider supervision for younger kids because the drop-ins are steep.
At a Glance
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Materialsmooth concrete
Features
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Local Guidelines
- Not recommended for little kids unless closely supervised due to steep drop-ins.
Reviews mention two bowls/pool area and a snake run plus a pump track integrated around the top edge. Night skating is supported with bright lights, but one reviewer says the lights never work and another says it closes around 10pm. Restrooms appear to be limited to a portable potty with no water/hand sanitizer/toilet paper; bring water (no fountain mentioned). Parking is limited and described as weird/small; there is covered seating off to the side.
Hours
- Friday
- 9AM-10PM
- Monday
- 9AM-10PM
- Sunday
- 9AM-10PM
- Tuesday
- 9AM-10PM
- Saturday
- 9AM-10PM
- Thursday
- 9AM-10PM
- Wednesday
- 9AM-10PM
Community Voice
Skaters consistently praise the park’s smooth, slick concrete, creative layout, and the variety of features including two bowls, a snake run, and a pump track. Many reviewers highlight the technical nature and steep drop-ins, suggesting it’s better for more advanced riders than for small children. Common complaints include limited/awkward parking and restroom facilities described as a portable potty with missing supplies; night lighting is mentioned positively by some but disputed by at least one reviewer.
Overall Sentiment
80%
Pros
- Smooth, slick concrete with fun transitions
- Two bowls plus a snake run (lots of vert-style options)
- Pump track integrated around the top edge
- Bright lights for night skating (when working)
- Covered seating off to the side
Cons
- Limited/small parking and it can feel awkward to navigate
- Restrooms reported as a portable potty with no water/hand sanitizer/toilet paper
- Lights may not work for some visitors
- Not ideal for little kids due to steep drop-ins (8+ feet)
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