Welcome 
​Lake Merritt in Oakland, California is one of the most unique urban spaces in the United States. Its three mile shoreline in the center of an exceptionally diverse city is a special place where nature and nurture migrates and mingles daily. This tidal lagoon is home to the United States' oldest designated wildlife refuge dating from 1870. In 2020, we celebrate its 150th anniversary.
          Visit the 150th Anniversary page with links to 150th movie info  

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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 promotes stewardship of the lake and 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​. (Calendar has been disabled due to Covid cancellations) 
• 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. Newly revised visual guide to lakeside birds.
• ​Rotary Nature Center lists nature activities, and links to Audubon, iNaturalist, LM Observatory STEM Projects...
• 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

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

PROBLEMS?
​Download the app OAK 311 to report littering, down trees/branches, unsafe conditions, park rule violations...

7 creeks flow into Lake Merritt Watershed ©Oakland Public Works

Lake Merritt Revitalization & Sustainability Plan.    (link) Ad Hoc Committee of the Oakland Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission report on recommendations for vending .

  Upcoming Events Next 30+ days

• MOST CALENDAR ACTIVITIES AT THE LAKE HAVE BEEN CANCELLED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE​

 Gardens at Lake Merritt are open daily 8:30 to 3:30​​​
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• Sept. 26,  LM Weed Warriors Volunteers, 9 - 12
• Sept. 30,  ​​Lakeside Park Bird Walk,  9 - 12​ ​​
• October 3,   Gardens at LM Volunteers, 9 - 12
• Oct. 14 , Park & Rec Advisory Commission, 4:30 - 6 

COVID-19 updates:
​Do not crowd ​the lake area -- wear masks if not 6' social distancing. Weekend Parking Restrictions
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​Litter problem at the lake.   
Pack it In / Pack it Out 

​Current Lake Issues 
​from Oakland Council Member Bas

Virtual tour videos
Diversity Project   2:08. ... lakeside park street art
Skidaddle  4:44 ... early morning zip around lake
Necklace of Lights,   8:02 ...dusk to dark along NOL
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IN THE OAKLANDSIDE NEWS:
8/21. Lakeshore Residents Share Serious Concerns 
8/7. Street Vending at Oakland's Lake Merritt
8/4. Is Oakland Failing Its Official Bird
7/31.  What's Lurking Beneath Lake Merritt

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Lakeside Park, Lake Merritt, Oakland CA