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Lake Merced Park

1 Harding Rd

Large cypress trees line a road and open walking area beside Lake Merced.

A road and walking area beneath mature cypress trees at Lake Merced Park.

Photo by Michael Baker · CC-BY-4.0

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About this place

Lake Merced is a large freshwater lake at the center of a 614-acre park in southwestern San Francisco, combining shoreline recreation with significant wetland and bird habitat.

Size
614 acres
Setting
Freshwater lake and surrounding parkland

Highlights

  • Lake loopA paved trail of approximately 4.5 miles follows the lake's perimeter past picnic areas, a boathouse, fishing pier, and boat launch.
  • Pacific Flyway habitatThe lake is an important stop for migratory birds traveling along the Pacific Flyway.
  • Natural-resource landscapeMore than half of the park is managed to protect habitat for birds and other wildlife while maintaining its trail network.

Context from Lake Merced — SF Recreation and Parks · Reviewed

Location

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What is listed here

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Picnic

  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Table

Sports

  • Golf Facility

Fitness

  • Adult Fitness Area
  • Adult Fitness Court/Course

Recreation facilities

  • Indoor Recreation Area

Gardens and nature

  • Natural Area

Visitor services

  • Bench
  • Bicycle Rack
  • Restrooms

Getting here by transit

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Muni bus

  • 515 John Muir Dr0.4 miles away
    • 58
  • 655 John Muir Ave0.4 miles away
    • 58
  • Lake Merced Blvd & Font Blvd0.5 miles away
    • 57

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Programs and reservations

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Source details

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Contributing San Francisco records

  • Lake Merced Park — property ID 10

Amenity evidence

  • Adult Fitness Area — Listed in source data; exact quantity not verified
  • Adult Fitness Court/Course — Listed in source data; exact quantity not verified
  • Natural Area — Listed in source data; exact quantity not verified
  • Grill — Listed in source data; exact quantity not verified
  • Picnic Area — Listed in source data; exact quantity not verified
  • Table — Listed in source data; exact quantity not verified
  • Indoor Recreation Area — Listed in source data; exact quantity not verified
  • Golf Facility — Listed in source data; exact quantity not verified
  • Bench — Listed in source data; exact quantity not verified
  • Bicycle Rack — Listed in source data; exact quantity not verified
  • Restrooms — Listed in source data; exact quantity not verified

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