Skaters in Pocatello will need to find an alternate spot for one day next week as the city closes the Lower Ross Park skate park for scheduled maintenance.
The facility is set to shut down Monday, August 24, to allow crews to complete seal coating work on the surface. The park is expected to reopen the following morning, Tuesday, August 25, barring any complications.
City officials noted the maintenance aligns with goals outlined in the Pocatello Comprehensive Plan 2040, which guides long-term upkeep and investment in parks and recreation infrastructure across the city.
Skaters looking to stay active during the closure have a nearby option: the Optimist Skatepark, located at 902 N. 7th Avenue, will remain fully open throughout the duration of the work.
Residents with questions about the closure or other parks and recreation matters can contact the Pocatello Parks & Recreation Department at (208) 234-6232.
The brief closure is part of ongoing efforts to maintain Pocatello’s public recreation spaces. The city has seen growing interest in outdoor amenities and community events in recent months, including the return of the Pocatello Potato Festival and continued upgrades to local facilities.
What Comes Next
The Lower Ross Park skate park is expected to reopen on Tuesday, August 25. If conditions delay the seal coating work, the city has not indicated whether the closure would extend beyond one day. For the latest updates, contact the Parks & Recreation Department at (208) 234-6232.