Emerald is a town located in the Central Highlands region of Queensland. It’s situated in the Bowen Basin, which is a major coal-producing area in Australia. The town’s economy is closely tied to mining, and it serves as a hub for both agriculture and resource extraction.
In addition to its mining activities, the Central Highlands region, including Emerald is known for their investments in skatepark infrastructure. The shire appreciates the advantages that skateparks offer to the community and has spent large on a number of skate facilities in the region.
The Emerald Skatepark features a large smooth concrete surface with a bunch of transition features in an open-flow arrangement. Obstacles include banks, a spine, quarters, a 1/4 bowl, a ledge and a mini ramp. A fun park to roll around and streach your legs.
Landsborough Skate Park
The aging Landsborough Skate Park is showing its age. The late 90's design is still relevant, but maintenance is the most significant tipping point that suggests this park doesn't get much use. There are some large cracks that should be avoided. It is apparent that...
Beerwah Skate Park
The old-school Beerwah Skatepark can be found next to the Aquatic Centre. The skatepark features a huge 6 ft spine and a collection of larger quarters and transitions that form half pipes and an intimidating park to skate. Beerwah Skatepark is more of a BMX park than...
Mooloolah Valley Skate Park
The small street-orientated skatepark in Mooloolalah commonly referred to as Mooloolah Valley Skate Park is pushing well above its weight. For a small park, it certainly jams in a lot of features that any skater, scooter or BMX'er would have no problems. There are a...
