Tropical Park

Tropical Park in South Miami, was developed on the site of a former horse track in 1979 and attracts approximately 1 million visitors annually. Visitors can enjoy bicycling, walking or running on the miles of paved pathways, and shape up on the fitness court at the park's Boxing Center.

The Tropical Stadium is home to the nationally recognized Miami-Dade Track & Field Team. The stadium has hosted prestigious national track and field meets such as the Junior Olympics, USA National Track, and Field Championships.

Tropical Park’s Equestrian Center hosts over 30 horse shows annually, including international shows. Athletes can also play tennis, racquetball, basketball, soccer or join a popular softball league. From football games in the stadium to special events, to boating on one of four lakes, Tropical Park has something for everyone.

The 2-acre dog park is divided into two areas, one for larger dogs weighing over 35 pounds and one for smaller dogs weighing less than 35 pounds. Both areas feature play equipment, such as a tire jump, window jump, king-of-the-hill ramp, dog walk and others. The dog park also features dog comfort stations with doggy drinking fountains and water sprays, pooper scoopers to keep the areas clean, and a shade structure that overlaps both sides.

Furthermore, the park includes a promenade overlooking the lake, park benches along the promenade, new shade and flowering trees throughout, and a common area for dog owners with water fountains.