Quick History of Desert WestDesert West opened in 1997. It was the first concrete skatepark in Arizona. Skateboarders raised the money, worked with the city and designed it. This was a milestone for AZ skateboarding and paved the way to open more parks. On May 31st, Desert West Turns 20!!! Filmed by Rebekah Hall and Tim Vasquez. Additional filming Jackson Casey. Edited by Tim Vasquez.