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Knoxville Skatepark



The Knoxville Skatepark

Events  

Sat. June 21st
National Go Skate Day - Knoxville Skatepark, All day Come out and show your support for skateboarding at National Go Skate Day!
News  
A Note for Parents.... (click here)

The Cops are coming!!!
Helmet, Behavior Crackdown
Due to the on going efforts by a few who refuse to obey the posted rules at the skatepark, the city has hired KPD to run extra patrols through the park. This will mean $100 tickets for those who insist on not wearing helmets, smoking, littering etc. There have been lots of tickets written, several arrests, and even a few parents who have been cited for the behavior of their kids.

Next time you're at the skatepark remember to follow the rules so that we can keep the park open for everyone. If you see someone who is not following the posted rules, that maybe the person that will be the one to get everyone kicked out of the park. Remember to keep the park clean, wear your helmet, and be courteous to other park users. Many people and skaters have worked very hard to get a skatepark in Knoxville, and a small group is trying to ruin this for everyone. We were lucky enough for them to give us a skatepark, and they can just as easily take it away.

Knoxville New Sentinal Article 5/25/08

About the Knoxville Skatepark

Development of the Knoxville Skatepark is a public-private partnership between the City of Knoxville and Knox County Parks & Recreation departments and hundreds of skateboard enthusiasts who have provided design input and raised funds for the project. It fills the need for thousands of avid regional skaters who have honed their skills in parking lots or have traveled to other cities to skateboard.

Located in Tyson Park, just off I-40 and adjacent to the University of Tennessee, the skatepark is ideally situated to attract recreational skateboarders and to serve as the host site for national competitions and exhibitions. Events, demos, contests, and more will be going on at the skatepark in the future, so check back for the latest happenings at the skatepark.

The Future

The phase II development of the park calls for additional features and spectator accommodations to make it a true national venue. There are plans to add a wide variety of street obstacles into the flat plaza area around the skatepark. Additional plans include a beginners bowl and more. The Knoxville Skatepark Task Force will continue to raise funds for additions and expansion of the park, so donate today!

Click here to find out how to support the Knoxville Skatepark.