Ranked #3 of 5 skate parks in Grand Rapids by visitor rating
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Clemente DIY Skate Park is a unique, officially sanctioned skate destination in Grand Rapids open 24/7. With a 4.3-star rating from 80 reviews, this DIY park offers distinctive features and genuine community vibes. Skaters praise the friendly, encouraging crowd and solid park maintenance. While it has some rougher edges – watch for rebar and broken glass – most visitors find the flow rewarding after a quick session. Best suited for intermediate to advanced skaters, though flat ground spots work for beginners. The welcoming atmosphere and skill-diverse community make it a standout spot in the Grand Rapids skate scene.
What visitors say
★★★★★
“Super sketch but it has some pretty unique features. There's some flow to the park that you'll pick up once you skate there for 15 minutes or so. Be careful of rebar and broken glass. This is an officially sanctioned park by the city even though it's DIY.”
★★★★★
“It was a bit wet ,but its a decent park for beginners.”
★★★★★
“One of the best DIY skateparks I’ve ever been to. It’s got some sketchy moments but the people who take care of the park do a great job. The crowd that I’ve skated with has always been cool, friendly, helpful and encouraging. Skills levels are all over the place. I would say the …”
★★★★★
“good diy park, i think one of the best spots in GR. nice spot to hang out and everyone is pretty friendly and easy to talk to. not super easy for beginners but there's some flat ground spots to practice on.”
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