North America’s 1st Wildlife Refuge – Lake Merritt, Oakland, CA
WEBOct 13, 2011 — Aerial view of Lake Merritt. Photo by Bernard Zee. Lake Merritt is often referred to as the heart of Oakland. This is partially due to the heart-like shape of the lake, but mostly because it’s a central meeting place for many residents and visitors.
Lake Merritt, The Jewel of Oakland
WEBLake Merritt, home to large breeding populations of herons, egrets, geese and ducks, is the oldest wildlife refuge on North America. Countless migratory birds make the lake their home during the winter months.
A Natural History of Oakland’s Lake Merritt - Bay Nature
WEBJan 1, 2001 — Swept up in a national movement dubbed “City Beautiful,” inspired by the 1893-1894 Chicago World’s Fair, Lake Merritt was dredged, diked, and directed into its new role as a showplace of a recreational park. By 1915 its transformation was, if not complete, then irreversible.
Lake Merritt - Wikipedia
WEBLake Merritt is a lake located in a large tidal lagoon basin in the center of Oakland, California, just east of Downtown. It is named after Samuel Merritt, Oakland's mayor in 1867–1869, who had the lagoon dammed turning the varying tidal lagoon into a stable salt-water lake. It is surrounded by parkland and city neighborhoods.
Everything to know about Lake Merritt, Oakland's urban oasis - SFGATE
WEBMay 22, 2023 — Why you should plan a visit to Lake Merritt, Oakland's beloved urban oasis. An aerial view of Oakland and Lake Merritt with San Francisco in the background. Lake Merritt is a tidal...
A new film celebrates Lake Merritt's 150th ... - The Oaklandside
WEBOct 21, 2020 — Over time, Lake Merritt would become an important wildlife refuge and city park, although it is not without contradictions. It has suffered from serious pollution and hasn’t always welcomed everyone to its shores for recreation. Now, the 150-year history of wildlife protection at Lake Merritt is the subject of a new documentary film.
History - LakeMerritt.org
WEBHouse built by Samuel Merritt in 1870's. 1909 Lakeside Pump Station built for downtown fire protection 1911 First Lakeside Park Bandstand constructed McElroy Fountain installed in Lakeside Park 1912 Oakland Municipal Band formed Bowling Green added to Lakeside Park 1913-14 Pergola & Colonnade built. Walter Reed architect 18th St. Pier / Boat ...
Lake Merritt: The Revival of Oakland’s Jewel - SPUR
WEBJan 22, 2015 — Oakland’s Lake Merritt is one of our grandest and most beloved examples of great public space, unique in the region and deeply embedded in its community. And after a decade of thoughtful reinvestment, it is thriving.
Lake Merritt Neighborhood in Oakland, CA | Facts & Activities
WEBEncircled by art deco buildings and 1950s flats, this saltwater and freshwater lake, fed by the estuary and bay, is the first official wildlife refuge in the United States.
Things to Love about Lake Merritt in Oakland, California | Via
WEBMar 1, 2018 — Originally set aside as a migratory bird refuge, Oakland's Lake Merritt also hosts a bonsai garden, a boathouse for renting pedal boats, the Camron-Stanford mansion, a shoreline path, a classic movie theater, and a popular brunch spot nearby.