Pine Knoll Park

1850 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, CA 94606

4.5

315 reviews

Dog Park Features

Surface Type

🌳grass

Park Size

small

Fencing

Not Fenced

Off-Leash Area

Not Available

Indoor Space

Outdoor Only

Water Fountain

Not Available

Overview

Tucked along Lake Merritt’s shoreline, Pine Knoll Park gives dogs a soft grassy hill to sniff around while you soak in wide-open water and sunset views. It’s a compact, laid-back spot that works well as a scenic pause on your lake walk with your pup.

Details

Pine Knoll Park is a small green knoll that hugs the Lakeshore Avenue side of Lake Merritt, so leashed dogs can enjoy a mellow stroll or a quick play on the grass between laps around the lake. Owners gravitate to the benches that look out over the water, where they can relax, people-watch, and keep an eye on their dogs. Reviewers often mention picnicking here, with pop‑up food and drink vendors occasionally setting up nearby and community events spilling onto the lawn. Expect an urban lakefront vibe with steady foot traffic rather than a secluded off-leash dog run—ideal for social, city-savvy dogs who are comfortable on leash.

⏰ Opening Hours

Monday6 AM to 8 PM

Tuesday6 AM to 8 PM

Wednesday6 AM to 8 PM

Thursday6 AM to 8 PM

Friday6 AM to 8 PM

Saturday6 AM to 8 PM

Sunday6 AM to 8 PM

📞 Contact Information

Address: 1850 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
Plus Code: RP2W+RC Oakland, California
Phone: (510) 238-7275

📍 Location

Popular Times

💡 Pro Tip: Quietest Time to Visit

The park is typically least busy on Sunday mornings.

Sunday

6am12pm6pm

Monday

6am12pm6pm

Tuesday

6am12pm6pm

Wednesday

6am12pm6pm

Thursday

6am12pm6pm

Friday

6am12pm6pm

Saturday

6am12pm6pm

🐕 Nearby Dog Parks

Channel Park

Oakland, CA

Tucked along the channel by Laney College, Channel Park is a mellow waterfront greenway where dogs can stroll with their owners and watch the water and nearby stadium activity go by. It’s more of a scenic walking and biking corridor than a bustling dog hangout, ideal for low‑key outings and mental reset walks.

0.6 miles

Eastshore Park

Oakland, CA

Eastshore Park is a green, lakeside escape where leashed dogs can stroll along the edge of Lake Merritt while families spread out on the lawn and playground. It’s a sunny neighborhood hangout, best for relaxed walks and people‑watching with your pup rather than off‑leash romping.

0.6 miles

Estuary Park

Oakland, CA

Set right on the Oakland estuary, Estuary Park gives dogs a breezy waterfront backdrop for relaxed on-leash walks and sniff-filled strolls by the bay. Wide-open lawns and a long water-view path make it a peaceful escape from downtown streets.

1.1 miles

Distances shown are from Pine Knoll Park