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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• August 19, Rotary Nature Center Friends, 7 - 8:30
• August 24, LM Weed Warriors Volunteering, 9 - 12​
• ​August 24-25, Puppet Fair Weekend at Fairyland, 10-4
• August 25, Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 5k, 9 a.m.
• August 28, ​​Lakeside Park Bird Walk (free), 9:30 a.m.​
• Sept. 7, Oakland Pride Fun Run, Walk & Roll, 7 - 11
• Sept. 7, Cleveland Cascades Volunteering, 9 - 12
• Sept. 7, Gardens at Lake Merritt Volunteers, 9 - 12
• Sept. 8, Oakland Pride Parade & Festival, 11 - 7
• Sept. 11, Park & Rec Advisory Commission, 4:30
• Sept. 16, Measure DD Community Coalition, 7:10 -9pm
• Sept. 21, Creek To Bay Day, Volunteer Activities
• Sept. 21, Master Gardener Free Workshop, 11-2
• Sept. 22, Lake Merritt Joggers & Striders 5k, 9 a.m.
• Sept. 28-29, International Dragon Boat Festival at LM

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

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