Burnside Skate Park

Burnside Skate Park

Built without permission, by skateboarders and later sanctioned by the city, Burnside is the preeminent example of action.  Burnside’s unique growth and evolution -through the sweat and blood of a handful of dedicated individuals- have matured into one of the best skateparks in the world.  Burnside and its creators are true pioneers, setting the stage for community built skateparks across the country.

Like a magnifying glass in the sun, Burnside can witness a concentration of skill level unmatched anywhere.  You can see crazy, crazy things there.  Go, watch, learn, be humbled, excited and inspired.  It is amazing.

Burnside Skatepark was also featured in the 1993 film Free Willy and the 2007 film Paranoid Park, as a setting for the eponymous skate park.