Matera DIY (Skatable Ed. Santos) is Bogotá’s DIY skatepark. We didn’t want to make noise or disturb the peace, so we took limited pics of the premium halfpipe, which is still in great condition. The rest of the DIY skatepark is a work in progress, as they all are.
Unless you have a crew to skate with, we suggest alternative skateparks to roll on in Bogota.
El Ensueno Park
In the ghettos of Southern Bogotá lies El Ensueño Skatepark. Skateboarding and skaters are respected in Colombia. Rumours have it that for some reason the police appreciate skaters and don't bother them—such a contrasting thought process relative to the First World....
Parque El Condor
Perched in the hillside neighborhoods of southern Bogotá, Parque El Cóndor sits on a rare flat stretch of terrain that offers breathtaking, panoramic views over the city below and the surrounding mountains. The main draw is its single, highly distinctive concrete...
El Redentor Skatepark
Nestled within Parque Zonal El Redentor in southern Bogotá, Colombia, El Redentor skatepark boasts a freshly poured concrete surface virtually free of cracks. The park offers a mix of street-oriented elements and tight transitions, making its obstacles ideal for...
