If your kids (or teens!) love to skate, scooter, or ride bikes, there’s a brand-new spot in Clemson you’ll want to add to your list. The skatepark at Clemson Park and Community Gardens is officially open — and the excitement from the local community is real.
We spent some time at the new park to get the full story.
While parts of the overall park are still under construction, the skatepark and neighboring pump track are fully open and ready to ride. Here’s everything families need to know before you go.
Where Is Clemson Park and Community Gardens?
📍 Clemson Park and Community Gardens
114 Clemson Park Rd, Clemson, SC 29631
Parking at the Skatepark
The park is located behind Clemson United Methodist Church, and parking is easy and convenient.
- Plenty of parking available
- Located in the shared church parking lot
- Just a short walk to the skatepark and pump track
No complicated entrances or long walks with gear — which parents will appreciate. If you enter through the chruch parking lot. just head to the back of the lot and you’ll see the park. If you enter via the Clemson Park entrance you will approach the ongoing construction. When we first approached this way, we wondered if we were in the right spot. We were. Simply drive around the construction entrance to reach the parking lot.
What’s Open Right Now?
Even though the full park isn’t finished yet, two major features are ready:
- 🛹 Skatepark
- 🚴 Pump track for bicycles
You’ll see ongoing landscaping work and a nearby construction zone that appears to be future facilities — restrooms and even a splash pad. Once those are complete, this is going to be an even bigger community destination.
For now, the skating action is in full swing and we loved it.
Inside the Skatepark
This is a beautiful facility, and skaters are already calling it one of their favorites.
The park includes:
- A large bowl area
- Park-style obstacles
- Parking curbs for technical practice
- A pole jam–style feature
- A set of steps
- A smooth spine feature
- A manny pad for manuals and balance tricks
- Rails and edges for grinding
- Open areas that allow for smooth transitions
Skaters consistently mention how smooth the surface feels and how well the park “flows.” The layout makes it easy to link features together naturally.
All skill levels can enjoy the park. Beginners have space to practice, while more advanced skaters have plenty of technical features to challenge themselves.
Because skateparks are not abundant in the Upstate, this addition feels especially meaningful for local families and teens.
See For Yourself: 360° View of the Skatepark
The video below of the skatepark at Clemson Park allows you to experience the ride in 360°. Just click and drag to turn the camera and see the park while Chris skates.
Don’t Miss the Pump Track
Right next to the skatepark is a pump track designed for bicycles and scooters, adding even more fun to your visit.
Having both spaces side by side makes this park a fantastic option for families with kids at different ability levels and interests.
See for yourself: 360° View of the Pump Track
The video below of the pump track at Clemson Park allows you to experience the ride in 360°. Just click and drag to turn the camera and see the whole track while Chris rides!
Important Things to Know Before You Go
Since the surrounding facilities are still under construction, a little planning goes a long way.
No Restrooms (Yet)
There are currently no restroom facilities onsite.
Families should definitely plan ahead. We took a lunch break at Sunnyside Café (less than 10 minutes away — and delicious!) and used the facilities there. Until the future building is completed, be sure to build in a bathroom plan before you arrive.
Full Sun Exposure
The skatepark is in full sun, so come prepared:
- Bring hats
- Pack sunscreen
- Bring plenty of water
- Be mindful of hot concrete on summer days
There is very little shade at this time, so sunny afternoons will get warm quickly.
Safety First
All skating levels can enjoy this park, but:
- Parents should keep a close eye on younger children
- Skaters need to be aware of their surroundings
- Watch for potential crashes or collisions
It’s a friendly, community-oriented environment, and everyone benefits when riders stay alert and respectful of one another.
Need Skate Gear?
At the skatepark, we bumped into the owner of Cruz Outdoors. Located just down the road from Clemson Park, this locally opened shop carries all kind of outdoor gear, including everything you need to skate. You’ll find them in the plaza with Moe Joe Coffee. 379 Old Greenville Highway, Clemson
A Growing Community Space
Even with construction happening nearby, the energy at Clemson Park and Community Gardens is welcoming and positive. It’s just as fun to sit and watch as it is to ride. Families gather, teens practice new tricks, and there’s a strong sense of excitement about what this space will become.
Once the landscaping is complete and the additional facilities open, this will be an even more beautiful and well-rounded spot for the Clemson community.
Skateparks aren’t common in the Upstate — and this one is already becoming a local favorite.
What the Upstate is Saying About Clemson Park
Have you visited yet? What does your family think of the new skatepark? Tell us in the comments!
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Check out Clemson’s new skatepark for yourself!
📍 Clemson Park and Community Gardens
114 Clemson Park Rd, Clemson, SC 29631
