Canopy Park

Canopy Park is a newly developed three-acre public green space located in Miami Beach, Florida. Situated between the 600 and 700 blocks of Alton Road, the park serves as a gateway to Miami Beach and provides a lush oasis for residents and visitors alike.

Designed by ArquitectonicaGEO, Canopy Park features a variety of native plant species and trees, creating a diverse ecosystem that reflects the area's natural heritage. The park's landscaping comprises nearly 40 different plant and tree species, with 221 trees and 121 palms newly planted. Approximately 80% of these plants are native to the region, and all are low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.

One of the park's notable features is the Maritime Hammock, which anchors the north end of the park. This area aims to replicate the original tropical forests once found in Miami Beach, offering shade, capturing carbon and toxins from the air, and helping to diminish the urban heat island effect. The hammock also provides crucial habitats for local wildlife, including birds, bats, and pollinators.

Canopy Park incorporates several environmentally conscious features, demonstrating how landscape architecture can serve as a green resiliency solution for coastal communities. These features include bioswales and a 25,000-gallon cistern designed to conserve and manage rainwater. The park's design allows for the capture and diversion of 90% of stormwater before it reaches Biscayne Bay, helping to protect wild grasses and native species from harmful debris and pollutants.

The park offers various recreational spaces for visitors of all ages. A standout feature is the children's playground designed by Danish firm MONSTRUM, known for creating artistic and architectural playscapes worldwide. The playground includes an eye-catching slide paying homage to Rosie the Elephant, a historical figure instrumental in establishing Miami Beach as a luxury destination in the 1920s.

Canopy Park is set to connect with Miami Beach's South of Fifth neighborhood and complete the Miami Beach Baywalk via a new pedestrian bridge spanning the MacArthur Causeway/5th Street. This connection will create a safe and seamless path running from South Pointe Park north to the Lincoln Road District and east to the beachfront, enhancing the city's walkability and connectivity.