The Top 20 Lakes around Alameda
Looking to visit the best lakes around Alameda? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Alameda’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: December 16, 2025
Lake Merritt
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Lake Merritt was a large tidal lagoon in San Francisco Bay that was dammed off as Oakland grew as a city. It is 155 acres in size, and it was …
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Point Emery
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Point Emery, located on the SF Bay Trail, is a charming little park with stellar bay views, walking paths, and relaxation spots with benches along the trails. Open daily from …
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Brisbane Lagoon
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A remnant of San Francisco Bay, Brisbane Lagoon was formed by the construction of the U. S. Highway 101 causeway, and became diminished as most of its north and central …
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Aquatic Park Historic District beach 🏊 San Francisco
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Aquatic Park Historic District is a National Historic Landmark and building complex located on the San Francisco Bay waterfront within San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park.
Its sandy beach is …
Its sandy beach is …
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Bay Trail at Eastshore State Park
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One of the few paved sections of the still incomplete Bay Trail. Mostly squeezed in between the bay and the freeway frontage road, with noise and rushing cars diminishing the otherwise outstanding natural views across the bay.
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