Encinal Boat Ramp
Launch Conditions
Use cautionLaunch with caution — limited daylight.
- Advisories
- None active
- Daylight
- Sunset 8:24 PM — under 2h
- Water level
- 3.2 ft
Live from the National Weather Service, USGS, and NOAA. A guide, not a substitute for official forecasts and your own judgment.
Live Water Conditions on Lake Merritt
Updated 14 min agoSource: USGS station 11181040 — SAN LORENZO C A SAN LORENZO CA · 9.5 mi from Lake Merritt
Launch Light & Moon — July 25
local timeWaxing Gibbous (87% illuminated). Good fishing outlook — the moon is approaching a major phase.
Location
Quick Facts: Encinal Boat Ramp
| Location | Alameda city, California |
|---|---|
| Waterbody | Lake Merritt |
| Access Type | Public - Free |
| Rating | 4.3/5 (124 reviews) |
| Coordinates | 37.769930, -122.290932 |
| Hours | Check on site |
| County | Alameda |
Encinal Boat Ramp is a public boat launch providing access to Lake Merritt in Alameda city, California at coordinates 37.76993, -122.29093. Rated 4.3/5 based on 124 Google reviews.
Encinal Boat Ramp is a public boat launch on Lake Merritt in Alameda city, Alameda County, California. As a public launch it is open to all boaters; state- and county-run ramps like this are typically free or charge only a modest day-use fee. This page shows live USGS water level and temperature, sunrise, sunset, and moon-phase times for the launch, updated automatically. There are 6 other mapped boat ramps within about 15 miles if conditions here aren't right.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Encinal Boat Ramp
Is Encinal Boat Ramp free to use?
Yes, Encinal Boat Ramp is a public boat launch with free access in Alameda city, California.
How is Encinal Boat Ramp rated?
Encinal Boat Ramp has a 4.3 out of 5 rating based on 124 Google reviews from boaters.
What water does Encinal Boat Ramp access?
Encinal Boat Ramp provides boat launch access to Lake Merritt in Alameda city, California.
How do I get to Encinal Boat Ramp?
Encinal Boat Ramp is located at coordinates 37.769930, -122.290932 in Alameda city, California. Use the "Get Directions" buttons on this page to navigate with Google Maps or Apple Maps.
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Alternative Boat Launches Nearby
6 additional boat launches are located within 2.2 mi of Encinal Boat Ramp, providing alternative access points for this area's waters.