Pacifica Skatepark
The Pacifica Skatepark is a skatepark in Pacifica in the San Francisco Bay Area. It opened to the public in 2005, after skateboarder Tony Hawk was consulted during the park's design and construction.[1] It is a concrete park over 14,000 sq ft (1,300 m2) with a large pool, three bowls, and rails.[2][3] The park is located directly adjacent to Pacifica State Beach.
| Pacifica Skatepark | |
|---|---|
Skater in Pacifica Skatepark, 2009 | |
| Type | Skatepark |
| Location | Pacifica, California |
| Coordinates | 37°35′55.55″N 122°30′0.43″W / 37.5987639°N 122.5001194°W |
| Opened | December 5, 2005 |
| Operated by | City of Pacifica Parks, Beaches, & Recreation Department |
| Open | 9am - 10pm |
| Status | public |
| Terrain | Concrete |
History edit
The concept of a skatepark in Pacifica began in September 1998, when a group of skaters and supporters collected 700 signatures and formed a Skate Park Committee led by Jim Crotty and Leo Gomez.[4] Paul Marsili, one of the original supporters of the park, noted the park's original intention was to create a space for kids to hang out without being harassed by police, stating, "It’s good to have a legal place to ride. Skateboarding isn’t a crime."[4]
The Pacifica Parks, Beaches and Recreation Commission approved the concept and the Pacifica City Council approved the site next to the Community Center.[5] Funds for the skatepark came through fundraising, including skate expos, benefit concerts, and local business raffles.[5] The park opened to the public in 2005.
In 2023, a viral video showed a man attacking a group of teenagers for bringing banned e-scooters into the park.[6]
Events edit
Numerous events and competitions have been held at the Pacifica Skatepark since its opening. Between 2005 and 2010, the park hosted three California Amateur Skate League contests and five Summer Series contests.[5] In 2011, the park hosted a Skate Like a Girl event.[7] In 2023, free skateboard lessons were provided for Go Skate Day.[8]
References edit
- ^ "Pacifica Skatepark: A Unique Outdoor Landmark for the Skate Aficionados". Retrieved July 31, 2023.
- ^ "Pacifica Skatepark". West Coast Skate Parks. Retrieved August 1, 2023.
- ^ "Pacifica Skatepark". Go Skate. Retrieved August 1, 2023.
- ^ a b Julia M., Scott. . East Bay Times. Retrieved August 1, 2023.
- ^ a b c . The Mercury News. Retrieved August 1, 2023.
- ^ Fernandez, Adrian Jose. "Skatepark users seek to get along without grinding nerves". Pacifica Tribune. Retrieved August 1, 2023.
- ^ Gabriela, Segovia-McGahan. "Skate Like a Girl at Pacifica Skatepark". Pacifica Patch. Retrieved August 1, 2023.
- ^ Reich, Greta. "Go Skate Day rolls through Pacifica skatepark". Half Moon Bay Review. Retrieved August 1, 2023.
External links edit
- Official website
- Media related to Pacifica Skatepark at Wikimedia Commons