Cover photo by Mike Gustafson
SKATEPARK HOURS
Monday – Sunday | 6 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
No loitering after hours
The Lauridsen Skatepark is a shared public space. Have fun, be safe, respect others, & enjoy your ride!
LOCATION
The Lauridsen Skatepark is located in the heart of downtown Des Moines on five acres at the northern edge of the Principal Riverwalk and just east of Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa Events Center.
Address: 901 2nd Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50309
Parking: There is no dedicated parking lot for the skatepark. On-street parking is available along West River Drive, as well as access to city parking ramps and other site locations for when we are hosting special events.
More parking may be added in the future.
Report any violations, damage, or submit a service request to:
Polk County Conservation | dsmskatepark@polkcountyiowa.gov | 515-323-5300
In case of an emergency, call 911.