Phillip Shelby Hemstock Skate Park
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4.4(99)
Skill Level
Beginner
Location
Farmers Branch, Texas
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This is a small, free neighborhood skatepark with smooth ground and a variety of ramps/rails, and skaters say it’s a good place to learn and practice. Expect little to no shade, metal ramps that can get painfully hot, and occasional issues like rust/missing hardware plus restrooms that aren’t reliably open.
At a Glance
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Features
RailsMini Ramp
Free park part of the Farmers Branch Recreational Center. No shade so it gets hot mid-day; shade in morning/late afternoon. Outdoor restrooms are rarely/never open. Lights appear to turn off around 9:30pm. Metal ramps get very hot and are starting to rust; some missing bolts/parts mentioned. Drainage is an ongoing issue with muddy spots lasting days after rain. Limited parking is a common complaint. Dog park and splash pad/fountains are mentioned nearby.
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 and visitors consistently describe the park as clean and fun, with smooth surfaces and a variety of ramps, rails, and mini-ramp features that work well for learning and practice. Multiple reviewers note it is small and can feel unusable or crowded once more people arrive, and several mention limited parking. Common complaints include lack of shade (hot in the day), metal ramps getting very hot and showing rust/missing bolts, drainage problems that leave muddy spots for days, and lights/restrooms not being available when expected.
Overall Sentiment
70%
Pros
- Clean area with little/no trash and no loose rocks mentioned
- Smooth ground and smooth ramps/transition surfaces
- Variety of obstacles including mini ramp, rails, and a half-pipe
- Friendly local skaters and welcoming vibe
- Good for kids and beginners; free to use
Cons
- Very limited shade; gets hot mid-day
- Metal ramps get extremely hot and are starting to rust (missing bolts/parts mentioned)
- Small size; can feel crowded/unusable with more than a few people
- Drainage issues causing muddy spots that last for days after rain
- Outdoor restrooms rarely/never open and lights may turn off early (around 9:30pm)
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