There are many skates, and BMX parks in Austin and a majority of them are free, providing a safe place for children and adults to practice their passion. The following is a list of 10 skate and BMX parks in Austin with a brief explanation of what each one of them offers.
The Heath Eiland and Morgan Moss BMX Skate Park
(http://www.austintexas.gov/blog/july-park-month-austin-bmx-skate-park)
The park is located in a central location at 1213 Shoal Creek Boulevard, making it accessible by public transport by individuals from all corners of Austin. The park is suitable for skaters and bikers of all age groups, from children who are learning to skate and ride to experienced adults. Amenities that 8:00 am in the park are grind down rails, ramps, and a skate bowl. The park has facilities for skaters of all levels, that is, from beginners to the more experienced.
Mabel Davis District Park – Skate Park
(http://austintexas.gov/department/skate-parks)
Located at Mabel Davis District Park at 3427 Parker Lane, this is the first skate park in Austin. It has streetscape elements, a skate bowl, and a seating area for spectators. The park also has basketball courts, a pool, a playground, and a picnic area
9th Street BMX
(http://www.9thstreetbmx.com/)
The park is a community-owned project as members of the 9th Street community built it. It was constructed through free labor by members of this community to accommodate bikers of all ages. It is located on the South side of Duncan Park.
Brushy Creek Sports Park
(https://www.cedarparktexas.gov/departments/parks-recreation/park-amenities-services-facilities/skate-park)
Brushy Creek Sports Park, located at 2310 Brushy Creek Road, Cedar Park, TX 78613 is a skate park inside Cedar Park. The skate park has a mini and a large bowl, a street course with textures, coloring, landscaping, and shade.
Lakeway Skate Park
https://youtu.be/3flGPRbEqvs
https://www.lakeway-tx.gov/188/Skate-Park
The park offers kids with a skate bowl, streetscape elements, ramps, and a few handrails to grind on. It is located next to the Lakeway swimming pool so come prepared to do a little skateboarding and then maybe a dip in the pool to cool off. This park is for skateboards and inline-skate only. It is located at 3107 Lakeway Blvd, Lakeway, TX 78734, with operations hours of 8 AM to 9 PM.
Northeast Metropolitan Skate/BMX Park
(https://freefuninaustin.com/free-skatepark-in-northeast-metropolitan-park/) https://parks.traviscountytx.gov/find-a-park/northeast-metro
The park boasts of two bowls, ramps, handrails, and a vast skating and biking area. Located at 2703 East Pecan Street, Pflugerville, TX 78660, the hours of operation are between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm and up to 10:00 during non-winter hours.
Shaylah Dame Skate Park
(https://www.roundrocktexas.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation/parks-trails/shaylah-dame-skate-park/)
Open from 6:00 am – 11.00 pm, the park has a street component and a bowl for skaters. It is situated at 1600 Gattis School Road behind the Clay Madsen Recreation Center.
Patterson Park Mini Ramp
https://youtu.be/pTbjvwnDy-Q
(https://www.concretedisciples.com/component/content/article/58-usa-skateparks/21523-patterson-park-miniramp-austin-texas-usa.html)
Situated at 4200 Brookview Rd, TX 78722, the park has a concrete skating mini ramp that is ideal for children.
Benbrook Ranch Park and Disc Golf Course
(https://www.leandertx.gov/parksrec/page/benbrook-ranch-park-and-disc-golf-course)
Apart from having a golf course, the park also boasts of a skate park as well as a hike and bike trail. It is located at 1100 Halsey Drive, Leander, TX 78641.
Walnut Creek BMX Flow Track
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaL4O7qlRyQ)
Located at 12138 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin the track offers a safe riding track for bikers.
No matter the level of skating or biking you are at, you will find a suitable skate and BMX park in Austin. However, each park has its regulations that you have to follow. Enjoy your ride.
