Carter Merriam of Cape Elizabeth takes part in the grand opening of the South Portland Skatepark Wednesday. He said he’s thrilled with the new park, especially with Portland’s skatepark currently closed for renovations. Drew Johnson / The Forecaster

The grand opening, held on “Go Skateboard Day,” attracted a big crowd to the park near the high school and community center. Drew Johnson / The Forecaster

Zach Bergman of South Portland pulls off a trick. Drew Johnson / The Forecaster

Some of the more advanced skateboarders took turns riding the bowl. Drew Johnson / The Forecaster