PORT ST. LUCIE – A park which has been in planning for more than a decade finally became one step closer to reality as elected officials, residents and city staff celebrated the ground breaking of Torino Regional Park.
According to a media release from city staff, at its completion, Torino Regional Park will encompass 195-acres and will include amenities that residents asked for in planning meetings the city held. Those amenities include a playground with nature-themed play structures, an interactive splash pad, pickleball courts, covered basketball courts, covered pavilions, walking and biking trails, a future skate park, and ample green space for events and leisure.
“Our residents have told us they want more access to green spaces – places where families can come together, neighbors can connect and everyone can enjoy the vibrant beauty of our community,” said Mayor Shannon Martin. “Torino Regional Park will be exactly that: a space designed for connection, activity and enjoyment of the outdoors that make Port St. Lucie such a special place to live.”
A skate park has been one of the most requested amenities by city residents since a previous park closed in 2010. The new skate park was designed by Mark McIntyre, president and founder of Action Sports Design, one of the country’s most notable designers. McIntyre’s company has previously worked on professional skateboarder Tony Hawk’s personal skate park.
Local resident Pedro Urbaez, who lives in property adjacent to the park, is most excited about the walking trails. “I told my wife she will see me walking here every day.” Urbaez is also excited to bring his grandchildren to the park when they visit from New York. “We needed some place like this here. It is so close, we will be able to walk over here.”
“As construction begins, we know this park will create meaningful spaces for recreation, activity, and connection,” Martin said. “Torino Regional Park will take its place as a signature destination in the Heart of the Treasure Coast.”
Another park, Tradition Regional Park, is currently under construction with a potential completion date in 2026. Martin said in a previous Facebook post that the city will have the world’s first adaptive all-wheel park, which is also designed by Action Sports. “Tradition Regional Park will be the first adaptive all-wheel park in the world, opening next year! If it has wheels, you can use it.”
A video rendering is available on the city’s website at cityofpsl.com/TorinoRegionalPark.
Torino Regional Park will be located at 5601 North Torino Parkway, Port St. Lucie, 34986.