Do you have fond memories of skater adventures, or do you have a skateboard enthusiast living in your home? Summer is the perfect time to indulge (safely!) in a sport that gives many people a chance to get some exercise and hone their skills. Whether you are a beginner looking for practice slopes, or a more advanced trickster in search of thrills, the Prairie Ridge Skate Park offers you a place to escape this summer. And your trusted Ankeny, IA family dentist would be remiss if she didn’t remind you it’s smart to wear a mouthguard during skateboarding sessions!
Where is The Skate Park?
The skate park is adjacent to the Prairie Ridge Aquatic Center, at 1400 NW Prairie Ridge Drive, Ankeny, IA 50021. The Prairie Ridge Skate Park is constructed of smoothed concrete, and has almost 10,000 sq. ft. of adventurous features where visitors can develop their skills and have fun.
What Kind of Features Are Accessible?
Visitors can experience:
- A 15-foot bowl with 6-ft walls
- A variety of ramps
- Quarter pipes in two sizes
- Grinding rails
- A 4-ft Pyramid
- And more!
When it’s time to take a break (or if you are watching rather than participating) there are benches, water fountains, and vending machines. Food and drink are not allowed in the skating area, but there is a picnic shelter next to the skating area to enjoy vending machine snacks, or food from home.
Can Anyone Use The Park?
The park is suitable and open to all ages from dawn to dusk most days. Common sense rules and guidelines are in force, for example no pets in the skate park area, no glass containers, and no smoking, drinking or profanity.
What If I Still Have Questions?
For skate park questions, and more information, contact the knowledgeable staff at Ankeny Parks & Recreation by phone at 515-963-3570 on in person at the Parks & Recreation Office at 220 W. First St., Ankeny, Iowa 50023.
Keep Your Smile Safe Under All Circumstances!
Smile threats can come from within and without. Daily brushing and flossing help keep your smile cleaned of oral bacteria, and a mouthguard can help prevent external injury. Learn more about smile safety in Ankeny, IA by contacting Dental Impressions to schedule a visit at (515) 965-0230.
