🌲 Outdoors & Nature · Lake Merritt, Oakland
Lake Merritt Loop
🌲 Outdoors & Nature🧸 Family & Kids 👶 Kid-friendly 🆓 Free ☀️ Hot-day pick 🌫️ Fog escape 🚇 Near Lake Merritt
Lake Merritt Loop is one of our always-open picks in Lake Merritt, Oakland — outdoors & nature you can enjoy most days.
Why go
A 3.4-mile loop around Oakland's tidal lake with picnics, pedal boats, gardens and some of the best people-watching in the East Bay.
Insider tip
Rent a gondola or pedal boat at the Lake Merritt Boating Center.
Good to know
When is it?
Daily — check the official site for current hours.
Where is it?
Lake Merritt, Lakeside Dr, Oakland, CA Lake Merritt, Oakland.
How much does it cost?
It’s free.
Is it kid-friendly?
Yes! It’s a good pick for families and kids.
Is it good for a rainy or hot day?
It’s a nice way to beat the heat.
How do I get there?
Take BART — Lake Merritt station is a short walk away.
Official site: oaklandca.gov. Details can change — please confirm with the organizer before you go.
