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Lake Merritt Boating Center

4.5

About this business

Now you can row, sail, and pedal in the middle of downtown Oakland thanks to this place. The city-run entity on Lake Merritt rents sail boats, pedal boats, canoes, kayaks, and rowboats to the public by the hour at low prices with only one catch, but it is a good one. Everyone must wear a life preserver. Children under age 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Explore the 195-acre, eight-foot deep lake and then afterwards, enjoy a picnic at Lakeside Park. 

Location details

568 Bellevue Ave, Lakeside Park, Oakland, CA, 94610, United States

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WeekdayScheduleStatus
Mon9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tue9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wed9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thu9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Fri9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Lucy Kirsch 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

Super awesome staff. They are always helpful and cheerful. I even get greeted by first name “Hi Luz!” I love my Kayak Kard! ❤️🚣‍♀️ 

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Jezreel Marasigan de Guzman 
recommend  Recommended
5 years ago

The view is nice and the sceneries are picturesque. 👍 

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Kelly Bartlett 
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5 years ago

The best summer camp prices in the east bay. fun for all skill levels. staff friendly knowledgeable fun. 

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Yosh Han 
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5 years ago

I love this place - so great and friendly to practice water skills and learn to sail! 

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Gayle Marie Langston 
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6 years ago

So much fun to spend a day boating on the lake! 

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Javier Soto 
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6 years ago

Such a Great Place to walk around and Relax 

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Mitsuyo Takeda 
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6 years ago

It was wonderful to see so many people from many states for the National Master Rowing Competition! Please have more events like this here in Oakland! What a fantastic energy it was!! Congratulations to all participants!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😊 Hope all enjoyed the weather and food!! 

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John-david W. Franklin 
recommend  Recommended
6 years ago

Thanks for the memories! Loved coming to Oakland to row! Come to Philadelphia for the Head of the Schuylkill - love having you back East! 

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Chris Moraes 
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6 years ago

The sailing camps for youth and teens are great and affordable. Youth who complete the sailing camp can then take the boats out on the lake to sail anytime until they turn 18, for free!! It's such a great resource provided by the city. We went out sailing on Lake Merritt with my son and it was so much fun and he was happy to show us his sailing knowledge. Recommended for kids age 10 and up! 

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How is Lake Merritt Boating Center rated?

Lake Merritt Boating Center has a 4.5 star rating with 61 reviews. 

When is Lake Merritt Boating Center open?

Lake Merritt Boating Center is closed now. It will open tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. 

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