Dark Slide

The Dark Slide skate park, located in downtown Texarkana, is the hub of skate life in the city. With a pro shop, board rentals, concession, and extreme ramps, the mostly-guy skate crowd’s every want is fulfilled. From older experienced skaters like Dave Hanson, 19 to the youth Taylor Garden, 12, the park generates an eclectic atmosphere.
Pulled together by the owner, Lorraine Smith, the park’s feminine presence, the park offers a five day a week outlet for skaters. In a city where skating is banned in most outside areas, the guys have created a camaraderie-filled community of skateboard lovers. From all night skate-outs to dodge ball and concerts to skate contests, the guys enjoy skating, hanging together, and learning from each other.