Cowes is undoubtedly the best skatepark on Philip Island and, in our opinion, is up there with some of the best in Victoria. The open flow layout offers a super diverse way of utilising the space, thus appealing to a broad group of riders and vibers.
The concrete skatepark is street orientated with a few fun features in the middle and banks and quarters at each end. The concrete is still super smooth and is a breeze to scoot from one end to the other. Heaps of dope street features that are not too intimidating, along with various ledges and quarters.
When you are next on the island, don’t forget to pack your skateboard, bike or scooter because it is worth dropping into and going for a shred.
Omeo Mini Ramp
The illusive Omeo Mini Ramp is behind the service station, just a hop, skip and a jump from the recently added Omeo Pump Track. The mini ramp is roughly 5 ft high and super thin. It will be hard to throw down your 50-50s as there is limited girth, although the other...
Paynesville Skatepark
The old Paynesville Skatepark has been updated over the years. Once upon a time, it had the existing banks and transitions on either side with an ugly steel feature in the middle. They have since replaced the steel with contemporary street obstacles, including a flat...
Freshbrook Avenue Ledges
Truganina is proud to boast of yet another skatepark. The street-orientated skate facility as its name implies features a number of ledges. The ledges are on the larger side and would probably appeal to scooters and BMX riders as much if not more so than skateboarders...