Accessibility Highlights
- Accessible parking.
- Accessible route to park office.
- Accessible restrooms and water fountains.
- Accessible picnic tables dispersed throughout the park.
Directions
From the North
Take I-26 East to the Rutledge Avenue Exit, Exit 219-A, towards the Citadel. Keep left at the fork in the ramp. Turn left onto Heriot Street. Turn left onto King Street. Turn left onto Oceanic Street. The skate park will be on your right.
From the West or South
Travel on US – 17 North. Continue on US – 17 North through the crosstown. Take the I-26/US – 17 North ramp. Stay left to merge onto I-26 West. Take the Romney Street Exit, Exit 220-A. Turn left onto Romney Street. Turn right onto King Street. Turn Left onto Oceanic Street. The skate park will be on your right.
From the East or Mount Pleasant Area
Take US – 17 South. Continue on US – 17 South over the Cooper River (Arthur Ravenel, Jr.) Bridge until the Morrison Drive exit towards East Bay Street. Turn right onto Morrison Drive. Turn slight left onto Mount Pleasant Street. Take the 1st right onto King Street. Turn left onto Oceanic Street. The skate park will be on the right.
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SK8 Charleston Rules
Charleston County Parks are family-friendly facilities, and we expect all guests to behave accordingly. By participating in or utilizing park programs and facilities the user agrees to abide by all payment schedules, park and program rules and guidelines, and agrees all others participating will also abide by such rules. Usage is subject to compliance with all laws and facility rules and the user consents to reasonable examinations and searches to ensure compliance. Failure to comply with the law or facility rules may result in refusal of admission or expulsion.
Uneven surfaces, potentially hazardous wildlife, and weather extremes are part of the natural environment. Be prepared and stay aware.
The Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission has Agency Rules and Regulations (PDF) that establish uniform procedures for the administration of activities within all parks and facilities. In addition to the established agency rules, the rules set forth below also govern SK8 Charleston.
Park Rules
- Skateboards, BMX bikes, in-line skates, and quads allowed at designated times only. No other equipment is permitted.
- All participants must pay fee and have an Activity Waiver on file for entry. Participants under the age of 18 must have their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) sign the waiver.
- Children 12 and under must be under the supervision of an adult 18 years of age or older at all times.
- All participants must wear industry standard helmets with securely fastened chinstrap and closed toe shoes at all times. Protective pads are strongly recommended.
- Profanity and disruptive behavior are prohibited.
- Amplified sound and music should be kept at low volume and free of explicit lyrics.
- Fireworks, drones, and other dangerous projectiles are prohibited.
- Firearms are not allowed inside of buildings on park property.
- Smoking, vaping or tobacco use is prohibited at Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission owned and operated facilities, programs and events
- No alcoholic beverages allowed except those purchased during select special events.
- Graffiti, tagging, stickering, or defacing park property is prohibited.
- Glass bottles or containers are not permitted inside the park.
- Take pride in your park; don’t litter!
- Metal pegs, metal pedals, and metal end caps/plugs on handle bars are not allowed on BMX bikes.
- Pets, other than service animals, are not permitted. For their safety, pets may not be left in vehicles.
- Anyone entering when the park is closed is trespassing and subject to arrest and loss of future skate park privileges.
- Activities involving sales and solicitation require written approval from park management.
- Park staff has the discretion to deny access due to inadequate equipment, violation of rules, safety concerns, inclement weather, and special event programming.
Etiquette
- Courteous conduct is expected! Disruptive behavior or language, including failure to obey safety requirements and rules, may result in loss of future skate park privileges.
- Skate and ride within your ability and maintain control at all times.
- Be patient and wait for your turn in the park.
- Skaters/riders have the right of way. Spectators, please exercise caution and YIELD to skaters/riders.
Facility Notes
- Local law enforcement and South Carolina Department of Natural Resources have jurisdiction at this facility.
- Please lock your vehicle and remove valuables from view. CCPRC is not responsible for any lost, damaged, or stolen property.
- We reserve the right to use photos or videos taken of visitors while they are at Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission facilities or events for publicity purposes without consent or compensation.
- Park fees, operating schedules, and hours are available at CharlestonCountyParks.com and are subject to change without notice.
