Memorial Skatepark in Colorado Springs is one of those must see skateparks for anyone who loves the sport! Before we started travelling around the country and visiting the different skateparks along the way, I had no idea there were so many incredible facilities. And this one is no exception. The sheer size of this 40,000+ sq. ft. skatepark mixed with a downhill flow from every direction makes this a really fun place for some skatepark cement surfing with a longboard. Unique features are found in every corner of this skatepark which makes Memorial Skatepark a very memorable one. The city of C ..read more

We went on a short adventure to Southern California and squeezed in a couple skate spots including this awesome pump track in Corona. Located in Deleo Regional Sports Park, the Deleo Pump Track and Bike Park just recently opened in March of 2024. And we were happy to find that it is another great Velosolutions build – we really like their pump track ingenuity. The beautiful mountains make for a stunning backdrop to the track and a great atmosphere. Plus the pump track is super smooth and GREAT for riding a longboard at a pump track! Interested in longboarding in a pump track? Read this articl ..read more

We have lived in several different parts of California, and our travels have allowed us to see even more of the state. But Los Angeles definitely has a special place in our hearts because it is where our adventure began. Years ago when we lived here, there were no pump tracks. So you can imagine my excitement to find out about the first pump track in Los Angeles. The Inglewood Pump Track is another great example of the high quality craftsmanship that the team over at Velosolutions is all about. The Inglewood Pump Track is a fun and exciting track that will exhaust your legs and fulfill the nee ..read more

Next up on our skatepark road trip through Colorado is Metzler Ranch Skatepark in Castle Rock, Colorado. This skatepark is a large cement skatepark with a good variety of different features. This variety provides something fun for all riding styles and abilities. I was able to find a pretty good flow for my cement surfing style of riding a longboard in a skatepark. Read on to find out more about the layout and various features of the Castle Rock Skatepark. 3 Fun Skateparks Nearby: Roxborough SkateparkRailbender SkateparkRedstone Skatepark First Impressions: Metzler Ranch Skatepark in Castle R ..read more

Whether you’re looking for a scenic area to get away or for some dispersed camping near Mt Shavano for ease of bagging this 14er, camping at Shavano Wildlife Area is a great choice. Some of the camp spots are tucked into the junipers while others are more open and spread out. And almost all of the spots have incredible vast, mountain views. This scenic dispersed camping area is no secret though so plan accordingly, especially on weekends. Quick Info: Dispersed Camping Near Salida Cost: Free Ownership: BLM; 14 day limit Directions: Click here to get directions to Shavano Wildlif ..read more

Roxborough Skatepark is a great addition to any Denver Skatepark road trip, even if it is a bit on the outskirts. Since the whole area is new to us, we had no idea what to expect from the skatepark in Littleton. We were glad that we made a stop here because there are some fun transitions and great flow for longboarding at Roxborough Skatepark. This 15,000 square foot concrete skatepark has a great diversity of transitions that allow for fun, creative skateboarding lines. In this article we’re going to show off the layout of Roxborough Skatepark and point out some of the cool features. First I ..read more

Our life of adventure and longboarding led us to the Railbender Skatepark in Parker, Colorado under a brisk night sky. Skating around the 30,000 square feet of concrete skatepark kept me warm. But the locals seemed unbothered by the cold as the street and vert sections of the park maintained a solid level of traffic throughout the night. I found the large vert section of the Railbender Skatepark to be another great place for riding a longboard in the skatepark. The waterfall roll-in makes the tall vert area fun and accessible for most riders. First Impressions of Railbender Skatepark: When we ..read more

About 45 minutes northwest of Colorado Springs is a fun and accessible recreation area in Pike National Forest. This area is well known for its OHV trails and plentiful dispersed camping near Divide, Colorado. Although this area is well known, it’s a nice place to get out and enjoy the beauty of the national forest as well as access the many surrounding recreation opportunities. Read on to find out more about what to expect camping near Divide. Quick Info: Dispersed Camping Pike National Forest Cost: Free Management: Forest Service; 14 day limit Directions: Click here to get directi ..read more

This huge 22,000 square foot concrete skatepark in Highlands Ranch, Colorado is called Redstone Skatepark. It is a fun skatepark for riders of all ages. There are a number of unique features in this skatepark that create a diverse environment that fits the needs of both street and vert riding styles. Large vert walls, smooth transitions, and a great flow make this a fun skatepark for riding a longboard. First Impressions: Redstone Skatepark in Highlands Ranch When we first arrived at the Redstone Skatepark I was shocked at how big the park was. When you first walk through the gate the flat gr ..read more

Poudre Canyon is a great area to find dispersed camping near Fort Collins and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the area. From Fort Collins, Poudre Canyon Road, CO-14, is a super scenic drive as it winds its way through Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest along the beautiful Cache la Poudre River. And along the way, it provides access to outdoor recreation such as campgrounds, trailheads, climbing areas and the river itself. Along the canyon road is Pingree Park Road, a well known area for dispersed camping near Fort Collins located near Kelly Flats Campground. Once the road climbs away ..read more