CHARLESTON, W.V. (LOOTPRESS) – On Thursday, September 30, Charleston Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin joined with members of the local skate community and local artists to open the city’s first community skate park. The park is located under the interstate bridge near Magic Island.
In December of 2020, City Council authorized the Mayor or City Manager to contract with American Ramp Company for the construction of the new skate park.
“Charleston youth have asked for a safe, fun place for people of all ages to enjoy, and that they can make their own,” said Goodwin. “In consultation with several members of the local skating community, we have built a community skate park that has equipment perfect for beginners and experts alike.”
The park includes two bank ramps, 15 quarter pipes, four half pipes, grind ledges, slant pads, spines, jump boxes, roll-ins and more. Several safety features have been included including fastener-free riding surfaces, baluster guardrails, maxgrip polyester powder coat to create extra corrosion protection and grip and tamper-resistant hardware.
All steel ramp components of the skate park are also covered by a 20-year limited warranty.
Admission to the skate park is free. It is open daily between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
