Gaithersburg Skate Park Opens For Spring Break

GAITHERSBURG, MD — The City of Gaithersburg Skate Park will officially open right in time for MCPS Spring Break on Saturday, March 24, city officials announced.

The 12,000-square-foot park features an A-frame ramp and rail, mini-half pipe, 7-6' escalator, stairs, pyramid wedge, fun boxes, wall ride, and several quarters and banks of varying heights.

Skateboarders, inline skaters and BMX bike riders of all ages and skill levels are welcome and there is no admission fee.

Signed liability waivers are required for anyone using the skate park. Safety regulations also require participants to wear helmets. The use of additional safety equipment is highly recommended. Protective gear, including helmets, elbow and knee pads, and wrist guards, is available for rent.

The park’s amenities also include an outdoor stereo system, vending area and picnic tables. Rentals, skate camps, lessons, competitions and other special events are offered throughout the season.

The Skate Park will be open weekends at noon and weekdays at 3 p.m., Saturday, March 24 through Monday, April 2, 2018. It closes at sunset every day.

For the remainder of April, the park will be open weekends only from noon to sunset. Daily operation resumes on May 1, with hours from 3 p.m. to sunset on weekdays and noon to sunset on weekends.

The Skate Park is located behind the Activity Center at Bohrer Park, 510 South Frederick Avenue, next to Gaithersburg High School. It is adjacent to the Gaithersburg Water Park and Miniature Golf Course.

For more information call 301-258-6350 or visit the Skate Park online at www.gaithersburgmd.gov.

Photo: City Of Gaithersburg