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

7 creeks flow into Lake Merritt Watershed ©Oakland Public Works

News, Updates, & Upcoming Events:

Upcoming Events Next 30+ days
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• Oct. 23, ​​Lakeside Park Bird Walk (free), 9:30 a.m.​
• Oct. 23, Lake Merritt Advocates Meeting, 5 - 6:30 p.m.
• Oct. 26, Lake Merritt Weed Warriors, 9 - 12 noon
• ​Oct. 26, Hella-Ween Fun Run, 4 p.m.
• Oct. 27, Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 5k, 9 a.m.​
• Nov. 2, Cleveland Cascades Volunteering, 9 - 12
• Nov. 2, Gardens at Lake Merritt Volunteers, 9 - 12
• Nov. 13, ​ Park & Rec Advisory Commission, 4:30

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FAQOakland Parks permit and rental phone contact is  510-238-3187.   Oakland Parks Reservation info.  

The Oakland Heritage Alliance gave the Friends of the Oakland Municipal Band and the Oakland Municipal Band a Partners in Preservation award Thursday, October 17. 

Autumn Lights Festival photos

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