Neutaconkanut Park is a beloved Providence community hub that brings together skaters of all levels, from seasoned veterans to beginners. Located at 899 Plainfield St, this accessible urban gem features a well-maintained skate park alongside diverse recreational amenities including hiking trails, basketball courts, and picnic areas. Visitors consistently praise the welcoming skate culture and the stunning panoramic views of Providence from the hilltop location. While the park's hiking trails offer a challenging workout through rocky, tree-lined paths, some visitors note room for improvement in trail guidance. Open daily from 9 AM with extended Friday hours, Neutaconkanut Park delivers an impressive mix of action sports and outdoor recreation for families and enthusiasts alike.
Neutaconkanut Park and Hill Skatepark – Providence, Rhode Island
Ranked #3 of 9 skate parks in Providence by visitor rating
About
Neutaconkanut Park and Hill Skatepark offers Providence skaters and BMX riders a unique concrete experience with features you won't find at every park. Visitors praise the steep transition, pool coping, and creative integrations like manhole covers and trash barrels. The recently updated park is celebrated as the best in the Providence area, combining challenging terrain with scenic city views and adjacent hiking trails. While some note lighting could be improved in certain areas, the park provides a genuine, less commercialized alternative to other local options, making it a solid destination for riders seeking authentic concrete features and challenging lines.
What visitors say
★★★★★“My son’s Sunday BMX bike was stolen last night at Neutaconkanut skate park in Providence, RI. The bike is all black with red tires it has a circuit sticker on the frame. My son is absolutely devastated over this all we want is for the bike to be returned. $200 Reward money if…”
★★★★★“Unique park for those looking for concrete features you don't find at every park. Transition is steeper, there's pool coping, noping and thicker steel coping across the QPs and some cool integrations like the manhole cover & trash barrel.”
★★★★★“Not as showy or manicured as Roger Williams Park, but trash cans are present, work on the park was being done, and the ballfield is locked/kept nice. Decent, short hiking paths. Stairs at one part of trail and paved pathways are both in good condition. Nice view of the city from …”
★★★★★“SOOO MUCH BETTER WITH THE NEW UPDATE! BEST IN PROV AREA!”
Other skate parks near Providence
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