Five Things You Didn't Know About Skateparks

Fact #1

• 1966- First Skatepark in the world opens
• It was made of plywood on a half-acre sandlot
• 1976 - First modern day skatepark built in Carlsbad, CA

Fact #2

• Shanghai, China is home of the largest skatepark
• It is 44,936 square feet.
• They host "The Showdown" competition each year.

Fact #3

• There has been an increase in skatepark acceptance
• Approximately 2-3 skateparks are built each week in US.

Fact #4

• Most skateparks are made of concrete.
• Wood, metal, and steel are used less often.
• This is because concrete is easier to maintain.

Fact #5

• There is an organization, Skates for Public Skaters
• They provide accurate skatepark info for advocates
• They work to increase funding of skateparks