skating skateboarding
Del Monte Skating Arena
A remodeled traditional roller rink popular for both skates and rollerblades, with lessons and equipment sales too. 2020 Del Monte Blvd., Seaside, 375-3202.
El Estero Skate Park
Open from 10am until dusk daily. Helmets, knee, and elbow pads are required wear at all times while in the area. Rollerskates and skateboards are allowed, but no bicycles. Children under 8 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Camino El Estero between Del Monte and Fremont Boulevards, Monterey, 646-3866.
Marina Skate Park
This half-million-dollar facility, one of California’s premier skate parks, is open from 9am to a half-hour after sunset. Helmets, knee pads and elbow pads are required. 304 Hillcrest Ave., Marina (just outside the Marina Teen Center), 884-1253.
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- Bill’s Wheels | 1940 N. Main, Salinas, 443-0415
- Liquid Surf Shop | 156 Fountain, Pacific Grove, 899-9283
- On The Beach | 693 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey, 646-9283
- Sunshine Freestyle Sports, Inc. | 443 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey, 375-5015
- Satchmos | 700 Cannery Row, 643-2342