Did you know that Des Moines is the home to one of the largest skateboard parks in the nation? Lauridsen Skatepark is located on the north side of the downtown riverwalk. It boasts an Olympic-quality skate experience for skateboards at all levels. But don’t stop there, many neighborhoods have skate parks.
Des Moines Skate Parks + Map
Lauridsen Skatepark: 901 2nd Ave, Des Moines
Four Mile Skatepark: 3711 Easton Boulevard, Des Moines
American Legion Skatepark: 301 Vine St, West Des Moines
Crossroads Skatepark: 5205 Ashworth Road, West Des Moines
Walker Johnson Skatepark: 9000 Douglas Avenue Urbandale
Grimes Skatepark: 750 S James St, Grimes
Altoona Skatepark: 1000 Venbury Drive, Altoona
Prairie Ridge Skatepark: 1400 NW Prairie Ridge Drive, Ankeny
Indianola Skatepark: North G Street, West Euclid Avenue, Indianola
Skateboarding Tips
If you and your kids plan to hit the skatepark this spring and summer make sure you have a good quality skateboard. It really does make a difference! Make sure your little skater is protected with a tight-fitting helmet, knee, elbow, and wrist pads.
There are a few local skateboard shops in the metro, allowing you to support local businesses while you get your kids decked out for summer. The Dark Slide skate shop is located in Merle Hay Mall and is a favorite. Subsect Skateshop is located on Walnut Street in Des Moines and has a great selection of products.
