Lake Merritt

Lake MerrittLake Merritt can be found in: Oakland, CA

Phone: (510) 238-2196

About the Lake: Lake Merritt is one of the largest man-made salt water tidal pools in the world. They are located right on the Pacific Flyway and offer opportunities for nature lovers of all kinds. Boating is what they do best though and the amount of available programs, fishing opportunities and competitions is incredible.

Boat rentals are available if you do not have your own vessel.

Boat Rental Fees:

Boat Rental Rates at Lake Merritt                 

Boat                ½hr                  1hr                   Deposit

Canoe                                      $ 8                   $ 10

Pedal Boat      $ 8                   $ 10                 $ 20

Row Boat                                $ 8                   $ 10

Kayak                                      $ 10                 $ 20

Sailboat           ½hr                  1hr                   Deposit

El Toro                                    $ 8                   $ 10

Sunfish                                    $ 10                 $ 20

Capri                                       $ 15                 $ 20

Hobie Holder                          $ 15                 $ 20

Laser/JY15                              $ 15                 $ 20

Catamaran                               $ 15                 $ 20

Other Information From Lake Management:

$2.00 Day Permit: to use your own boat or small vessel in Lake Merritt, absolutely no motor boats or motorized vessels allowed.

Note: Sailboats rented to experienced sailors only and must be rented ½ hour before the last rental time and return to the dock ½ hour before closing.

Boat Rental Hours                  Mon ~ Fri                    Sat/Sun

Summer

(Jul - Aug)                   10:00 am ~ 6:00 pm*              10:30 am ~ 6:00 pm*

Fall

(Sep - Oct)                  10:30 am ~ 5:00 pm*              10:30 am ~ 5:00 pm*

Winter

(Nov - Feb)                 Mon ~ Thurs                           Fri/Sun

Closed*                                   10:30 am ~ 4:00 pm*

Spring

(Mar - Jun)                  11:00 am ~ 4:00 pm*              10:30 am ~ 5:00 pm*

*Time indicates when the last rental leaves dock.

Numerous programs are available for youth and adult boaters. The Lake Merritt Boating Center offers courses for adults in:

-  Basic Coastal Cruising

-  Basic Keelboat Sailing

-  Coastal Navigation

-  Dinghy Skills I

-  Introduction to Racing

-  Kayaking

-  Kayak Klub

-  Laser Clinic

-  Parent/Child Sailing

-  Private, Group & Tours

-  Sailboat Club

-  Tall Ship Adventure Sail

Children's courses include:

-  Before & After Care

-  Brackish Backyard

-  Catamaran Camp

-  Explore The Bay

-  First Mates

-  Girl Scout Boating Camp

-  Jr. Leadership Camp

-  Junior Sailing Team

-  Keelboat Sailing

-  Racing Camp

-  Sailing: Basic

-  Sailing: Intermediate

-  Sailing Into Science

-  Skippers

-  Tall Ship

-  Overnight Camp

-  Windsurfing

How to Get There: Please contact the lake for more information on directions.

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What Else to Do There: There are numerous areas in the park for all members of the family. There is a sporting facility for youth and adult golf, as well as nature hikes and more in the actual park area. Swimming is allowed, and classes are also available. Please keep in mind that all swimmers entering classes must be certified before they will be allowed to enter a class. They do state that, "A valid Red Cross Swimmer, Intermediate Swimmer, Lifesaving, or Basic Sailing Card will be accepted in lieu of the swim evaluation."

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