Lake Merced, San Francisco: paddleboard and kayak launch

Lake Merced, San Francisco: launch details

SF's largest freshwater lake, ringed by a 4.5-mile paved trail and free of tides and currents. One of the calmest, most predictable paddles in the city.

Water type
Lake
Region
San Francisco, California
Fee
Free to launch
Conditions
Lake launch. Not tide-sensitive.
Dogs
Dog friendly
Rentals
Board or kayak rentals available nearby
Power boats
No power boats
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