Trinidad Skatepark – Washington, District of Columbia
★4.0(4 Google reviews)
Ranked #11 of 14 skate parks in Washington by visitor rating
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About
Trinidad Skatepark is a compact skate spot located in Northeast Washington, DC at 1310 Childress St NE. This small urban park features a multi-colored floor design with various obstacles including ledges, a quarter pipe, flat bar, and skateboard bench. Visitors note the space is densely packed with features, making it better suited for technical skating on flat ground. The park has earned a 4.0-star rating, with skaters appreciating its unique aesthetic and some of its individual obstacles. Those seeking more expansive street skating terrain may prefer nearby alternatives like the larger Maloof/RFK Skatepark.
What visitors say
★★★★★
“A Winter's Day in Trinidad (N.E. Washington, D.C.) To walk through much of the city, one can't help but wonder what it would be like to own one of these incredible houses that are everywhere.
And I selected a random sampling of the many wonders that are to be seen... and…”
★★★★★
“Don't be fooled by the fancy multi coloured flooring. This is a classic example of cramming so much into a small space, there's nothing actually here worth skating.
That metal skateboard bench is a straight giveaway that this park has been built by the City using the cookie…”
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