Groundbreaking set for Teen Adventure Park
By Terry Murry on Wednesday, May 31st, 2023 in Columbia Basin News More Top Stories
HERMISTON – Ground will be broken for the Hermiston Teen Adventure Park at 5:30 p.m. June 6. The highly-anticipated first phase of the park is expected to be complete and open for use by this fall.
The park is being built on South First Street across from the Hermiston Police Department. The first phase includes a 7,500 square foot skatepark that was developed by parks and recreation officials, local skaters, community stakeholders and California Skateparks.
The design, based on local requests and available space, includes a mixture of street-skating elements (curbs, rails, stairs, and ledges) and transition features like bowls, quarter pipes, and ramps.
“Our biggest priority was to create a park that offers something for all skill levels from beginning to advanced skaters,” Parks and Recreation Director Brandon Artz said. “It will be a place where newcomers to the sport can learn and practice their skills, but will also be able to host regional contests, events, and classes.”
The skating surface will be built from concrete with metal edges that help reduce maintenance time and expense. It is funded by community-raised funds and a grant from the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. A restroom, spectator seating area, drinking fountains and landscaping are also part of the first phase. The second phase will include a climbing rock, parkour elements, lighting, and a covered shelter.
