Welcome to LakeMerritt.org
​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 migrate and mingle daily. This tidal lagoon is home to the United States' oldest designated wildlife refuge dating from 1870. 
lakemerritt.org celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2023 -- 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.
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  • 150th info on LM History and stewardship of LM
  • Birds and Gardens webpages showcase the lake park's natural diversity. Newly revised visual guide to lakeside birds. Documentary on the Gardens.
  • Lake Merritt Links lists advocacy organizations in support of the lake & the lakeside area.
  • History Timeline, LM iconic moments, notable structures completed, organizations formed 
  • ​Volunteer listings of LM organizations in need of volunteers
  • ​Rotary Nature Center lists nature activities, and links to Audubon, iNaturalist, LM STEM Projects...
  • Recreation links opportunities for boating, biking, croquet, lawn bowling, running and acro-yoga
  • LM Projects Measures DD and Q improvements
  • View Park Info, map & info on rental fees, parking, grilling and restroom locations.
  • Contact for LM questions, comments, and/or suggestions.
  • Archives -- photos of projects and events at LM
  • Videos -- videos of events and projects at LM​​​
  • FAQOakland Parks permit and rental phone contact​ is  510-238-3187.   Reservation info.​​​​​​​​​
​​PROBLEMS? ​Download the app OAK 311 to report littering, down trees/branches, unsafe conditions, park rule violations...
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January 1st, Bowling Greens flooded
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New Mayor Sheng Thao addresses the LM Breakfast Club, January 12
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New Year's Eve storm surge
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New Year's Day
Upcoming Events ​​​​​​
Gardens at LM open M-F, 8-3; Sat/Sun 8-4
Children's Fairyland open Fri-Sun, 10-4
Master Gardener Mon. 9:30-11:30; Wed & Fri 11 - 1​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
​Rotary Nature Center, open Fri. & Sat., 11 - 2​​​​​​
INFORMAL ACTIVITIES
Dog owners and their pets have a late afternoon meet-up in the Lakeside Park field next to Fairyland
Roller skaters meet-up afternoon and evenings in the Lakeside Park Sailboat House parking lot.
Drum Circle welcomes all, meets weekend afternoons at the Pergola
​Weekend Vendors at Grand Avenue / Pergola
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Jan. 10 storm knocks down tree near McElroy Fountain
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