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Welcome Lake Merritt in Oakland, California is one of the most unique urban spaces in the United States. Its three mile heart-shaped shoreline in the center of an exceptionally diverse city is the place for man and nature to migrate and mingle daily. This tidal lagoon is also home to the oldest designated wildlife refuge (1870) in the United States.

lakemerritt.org is an independent, ad-free site with current information about Lake Merritt and links to the volunteer groups and advocacy agencies working for the common good of the lake and the lake area community. It also serves as the portal for the LM Advocates, a coalition of LM organizations.
Underlined words are links.
  • ​View Calendar for on-going activities and things to do​
  • Lake Merritt Links lists important advocacy organizations in support of the lake & the lakeside area.
  • ​Volunteer page is being developed and will coordinate LM events involving volunteering
  • Birds and Gardens webpages showcase the lake park's natural diversity. Also, visual guide to lakeside birds.
  • Recreation links opportunities for boating, biking, croquet, lawn bowling, running and acro-yoga
  • LM Projects has current info on Measure DD improvements
  • View Park Info, map & info on rental fees, parking, grilling and restroom locations.
  • Contact for LM questions, comments, and/or suggestions.
  • Archives has photos of past projects and events at LM
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7 creeks flow into Lake Merritt Watershed ©Oakland Public Works
News, Updates, & Upcoming Events:
Upcoming Events Next 30+ days
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  • Dec. 7, Cleveland Cascades Volunteering, 9 - 12
  • Dec. 7, Gardens at Lake Merritt Volunteers, 9 - 12
  • Dec. 7, Lake Merritt Weed Warriors, CANCELLED
  • ​Dec.11, ​ Park & Rec Advisory Commission, 4:30
  • Dec. 18, ​​Lakeside Park Bird Walk (free), 9:30 a.m.​
  • Dec. 21, ​ Gardens at Lake Merritt Volunteers, 9 - 12
  • Dec. 22, ​ Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 5k, 9 a.m.​
FAQOakland Parks permit and rental phone contact is  510-238-3187.   Oakland Parks Reservation info.  

GARDENS AT LAKE MERRITT HOURS  8:00 - 4:00
Installation of The Gardens at Lake Merritt new gates started November 18. Project will take about 3 weeks.
Holiday Caroling on Lake Merritt -- December 5  - 24th -- Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only.
Ride a “water sleigh” on Lake Merritt. $8 per person or groups can charter a sleigh for $120 and bring up to 19 people, 
Departing between 3pm and 8pm (or 4pm on weekdays).  Registration.
OAKLAND named one of the 28 best places to visit in 2019 by National Geographic Travel.
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Lakeside Park, Lake Merritt, Oakland CA
  lakemerritt.org and photos ©2013-2019 John Kirkmire