Los Angeles has some of the best skateparks in the world from smooth street skateparks to perfect bowls and everything in between.

Skateboarding has a rich history in Los Angeles and it is said that Santa Monica is where the sport first originated back in the 1950’s. Even the first National Skateboarding Championships were held there in 1963. Needless to say skateboarding in Los Angeles is an iconic tradition and it’s no surprise they also know how to build killer skateparks here.

Check out the top ten skateparks in L.A. to find out which skateparks are best for your next skate trip. And remember that Los Angeles has an average of 284 sunny days a year which means you can go skateboarding almost everyday!

10 Best Skateparks In Los Angeles

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Venice Beach Skatepark

Venice Beach Skatepark is an iconic part of skateboarding history. The skatepark was designed by local skaters and pros in 2009 costing around 3.5 million dollars. Venice skatepark is 16,000 square feet and features two bowls, a snake run, and a street section with ledges, rails, and stairs sets. Even if you don’t skate, Venice Beach skatepark is worth checking out just for the experience and to see some of the amazing skateboarding that happens here on a daily basis.

Stoner Skate Plaza

Stoner Skate Plaza is a 26,500 square foot skate plaza constructed by California Skateparks in 2010. Stoner Plaza is everything you want and need in a skate plaza from the granite ledges to perfect manual pads. Many of the features at Stoner Plaza are inspired from previous skate spots that no longer exist or can not be skated anymore. Pro skateboarders frequent this place regularly so be on the look out.

El Sereno Skatepark

El Sereno Skatepark is a 12,000 square foot skatepark designed by California Skateparks in 2019. The skatepark features a variety of hubbas, manual pads, stair sets, rails, blocks, euro gap, A frame, and flat banks. This skatepark’s modern design is a street skaters dream! And don’t be surprised if you see your favorite pro killing some lines here.

Rosemead Skatepark

Rosemead Skatepark is a 12,000 square foot skatepark designed and built by Spohn Ranch in 2016. The skatepark has a variety of features including a snake run, hubbas, wallride banks, manual pad, bump to flat bar, two sets of handrails and a massive flat bank. It has a great mix of street and transition, and is the perfect skatepark for all levels of skateboarders.

South Whittier Skatepark

South Whittier Skatepark is a brand new (2020) 18,500 square foot skatepark constructed by California Skateparks. It features just about everything from ledges, rails, stair sets, a bowl, quarter pipes, and a volcano. There is something here for all levels of skateboarders here and it is the perfect skatepark to improve your skills and shred with your crew.

Santa Clarita Skatepark

Santa Clarita Skatepark could possibly be the biggest and most bad ass skatepark in the Los Angeles area. Built in 1998, this 40,000 square foot (yes you read correct) skatepark caters to all types of skateboarding and skateboarders. It features large bowls, a street plaza, half pipe tunnel, snake runs, skate-able planters, ledges, rails, stair sets, and more!

Westlake Skatepark

Westlake Skatepark is a 6,500 square foot skatepark perched on the side of a hill over looking Westlake Village. Although it is a smaller skatepark, it is designed really well and has great flow. It features a bowl and a street section with ledges, rails, stair set, A frame gap, and flat bank. This skatepark is worth checking out for a fun skate session.

Sheldon Skatepark

Sheldon Skatepark is a 25,000 square foot skatepark constructed by California Skateparks in 2014. The skatepark features a large central plaza with stair sets, rails, hubbas, ledges, A frame, and a volcano. This skatepark is designed into two wings that help skaters flow from one end to the other. It is most definitely worth visiting!

Westchester Skate Plaza

Westchester Skate Plaza is 13,000 square foot of concrete genius. The skate plaza features stair sets, rails, banks, kickers, and hubbas. There is something about the simple design of this park that makes it appealing, so much so you are likely to see local pro skateboarders warming up here regularly.

Manhattan Beach Skatepark

Manhattan Beach Skatepark is a 6,000 square foot skatepark built in 2017. It is on the smaller side but don’t let that deter you from shredding this little gem of a skatepark. The park features flat banks, rails, a stair set, ledges, flat bank, manual pads, and a quarter pipe. This is a fun skatepark that works really well so make sure you give it a chance.

Diamond Skate Plaza

Diamond Skate Plaza is a 10,000 square foot skate plaza in Los Angeles which was built in 2014. It features a China bank, keyhole bank, multiple other banks, rails, and a seven stair. Diamond Skate Plaza is a popular spot and can get pretty crowded. If you are lucky enough to hit it on a quiet day you will enjoy this well designed skate plaza.

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