Within 20 miles of Foster City, CA · Updated 2026-06-02Foster City has its own skate plaza right at the Shell Blvd waterfront, and within a 20-mile radius the Peninsula offers some of the Bay Area's better skate facilities — bowl parks in Palo Alto and Redwood City, flow terrain in Menlo Park, and beginner-friendly sessions in Mountain View. Here are the best skate parks within reach of Foster City.
1. Lakewood Park Skate Park (Sunnyvale)
Worth the 18.5-mile drive from Foster City — Sunnyvale has more than enough to justify the trip.
Location: 840 Lakechime Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
The 10pm skate park that makes summer evenings count. Lakewood Park in Sunnyvale lights its sports complex until 10pm — so when the long summer days finally cool at 7pm, the skate park is still open. Baseball fields and basketball alongside for non-skating family. Ramps for general use. 18 miles from Foster City; make it an intentional evening trip rather than tacking it onto a daytime outing. Free, Sunnyvale Parks.
Good to know: skate park, lights until 10pm, ball fields, basketball court, tennis courts, restrooms.
Parent tip: The 10pm lights are the specific reason to make the Sunnyvale drive — plan an evening session during long summer days when the 7pm sun is still hot and the park is at its most lively. Baseball fields and basketball courts adjacent keep non-skating siblings occupied. Parking at the Lakechime Dr lot.
For current hours and seasonal closures, see the official Lakewood Park Skate Park page.
2. Burgess Skate Park (Menlo Park)
Coming from Foster City, expect about 14 min without traffic — Menlo Park has enough nearby to make a half-day of it.
Location: 701 Laurel St, Menlo Park, CA 94025
The flow bowl park 9 miles south — progressive terrain from beginner to vert: Burgess Park's skate area in Menlo Park runs from shallow banks through progressively deeper flow bowls up to a vert section, plus banks, boxes, hubbas, and a rail. The progressive bowl layout is what makes it the destination: you can approach the same park at increasing difficulty levels as skill develops. Adjacent playground for non-skating siblings. Free, open sunrise to sunset, nine miles from Foster City.
Good to know: skate park, flow bowls, vert section, playground, restrooms.
Parent tip: 9 miles from Foster City via 101 South to Marsh Road or Willow Road. The flow bowl progression from the shallow entry to vert makes Burgess better for intermediate skaters than beginners. Weekday mornings are the low-crowd time. Restrooms on site at Burgess Park.
Hours and amenities shift with the season — confirm today's on the Burgess Skate Park city page.
3. Greer Skateboard Park (Palo Alto)
Coming from Foster City, expect about 17 min without traffic — Palo Alto has enough nearby to make a half-day of it.
Location: 1300 Middlefield Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94301
The most sophisticated free bowl park near Foster City. Greer's connected 4/6/8-foot bowl system is what serious bowl skaters in the South Bay drive to. Central island and hip transitions create a flow circuit that develops over multiple visits. 12 miles south of Foster City on 101. Not for beginners — the 4-foot bowl is comfortable ground, not a learning area. For experienced developing riders, this is the right regional destination.
Good to know: skate park, three bowls, flow design, restrooms.
Parent tip: 12 miles from Foster City via 101 South to Embarcadero or Meadow Drive exits. The tri-bowl setup is designed for flow — not the right first park for a beginner, but excellent for kids who can already carve a 4-foot bowl. Weekday mornings give newer riders the shallow bowl without pressure from experienced regulars.
Planning a specific day? Check the Greer Skateboard Park status page for closures first.
4. Fremont Skate Park (Fremont)
A committed about 26 min drive from Foster City — treat it as a half-day destination rather than a quick stop.
Location: 40204 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont, CA 94538
The cross-Bay skate trip that's worth it for variety. Fremont Skate Park on Paseo Padre Pkwy gives Foster City families a full concrete facility (bowls + street course) that most Peninsula parks don't combine. 17 miles via Highway 92 over the San Mateo Bridge to 880 South — about 25 minutes. Playground adjacent, trails nearby, free. The right destination when you've worked through the Peninsula parks and want new terrain.
Good to know: skate park, bowls, street course, rails, playground, trails, restrooms.
Parent tip: Highway 92 over the San Mateo Bridge to 880 South is the direct route from Foster City — about 25 minutes. The Fremont skate scene is active; weekday mornings are the lower-competition time for developing skaters. Playground adjacent keeps non-skating siblings occupied.
Before you load up the car, review the Fremont Skate Park page for maintenance or event closures.
5. Rengstorff Park Skate Park (Mountain View)
Leaving Foster City, you're looking at about 22 min without traffic — close enough that the kids won't complain about the car ride.
Location: 201 Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA 94043
The only Bay Area skate park with formal beginner hours nearby. Rengstorff runs under-12 beginner sessions on weekend mornings (9:30–11:30am), creating a window where new skaters access the park without competing for space with experienced riders. Flow bowls and street features designed for progression. 14 miles from Foster City via 101 South to 85 South. The right first skate park for a Foster City kid new to the park environment.
Good to know: skate park, flow bowls, beginner hours, rails, restrooms. Closed closed when wets.
Parent tip: The weekend morning beginner session (9:30–11:30am, under 12) is specifically designed for new skaters — fewer experienced riders, a manageable environment. Plan the drive from Foster City to arrive by 9:15am. After 11:30am, experienced riders take over; staying to watch is a good way for a beginner to see what's possible.
Save yourself a wasted trip — the Rengstorff Park Skate Park page lists current hours and closures.
How we picked these
We focused on public, free skate parks with quality concrete terrain, beginner-accessible options, and active local use. We checked West Coast Skateparks, local skate forums, and city parks pages. No paid placements.Planning your visit
Foster City's Skate Plaza is free and open daily. All parks in this list are free, public, and typically open sunrise to sunset. Rengstorff Park in Mountain View has the only structured beginner sessions in the area: Saturday and Sunday mornings, 9:30–11:30am, under 12. Most parks close when wet. Helmets are required at Phil Shao Memorial Skate Park (Red Morton).For more kids' events near Foster City this week, see the Foster City events page.
Foster City Skate Parks — Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best skate parks for kids near Foster City, CA?
Our 2026 guide picks 5 standout skate parks within about 20 miles of Foster City. The top picks include Lakewood Park Skate Park, Burgess Skate Park and Greer Skateboard Park — each chosen for kid-friendly layout, parent reviews, and how well it holds up on a weekend visit.
Are skate parks near Foster City free?
Yes — every skate park in this guide is free to visit. You won't need tickets or a reservation for Lakewood Park Skate Park, Burgess Skate Park, Greer Skateboard Park or any of the other picks.
What is the closest skate park to Foster City?
Burgess Skate Park in Menlo Park is the closest pick at about 9 miles from Foster City. It's the easiest one to fit into a weekday afternoon — short drive, low commitment, easy to leave early if the kids melt down.