Snow Park: An Oakland Oasis

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are near Lake Merritt, walk along Lakeside Drive toward downtown Oakland. Snow Park is located at the corner of Harrison Street and 19th Street, next to the lake. No costs involved.

• Public Transport

  From the 19th Street Oakland BART station, walk southeast on 19th Street towards Harrison Street. Snow Park is a short walk from the station, at the intersection of Harrison St and 19th St. A single BART fare within Oakland typically costs around $2.35 - $4.10, depending on the distance traveled.

• Public Transport

  Take an AC Transit bus to the 19th Street & Harrison Street stop. Snow Park is a few steps away. Bus fare is typically around $2.50 for a single ride.

• Taxi/Ride-Share

  From anywhere in downtown Oakland, a taxi or ride-share (Uber/Lyft) to Snow Park will typically cost between $8 and $15, depending on traffic and distance. Provide the driver with the address: Harrison Street & 19th Street, Lakeside Drive, Oakland, CA 94612.

• Parking

  Limited street parking is available, metered parking is enforced Monday through Saturday, 8 AM to 8 PM, and Sundays from Noon to 8 PM around Lake Merritt, costing approximately $4 per 2 hours. Several parking garages are also located within a few blocks, with hourly rates ranging. Closest parking is at 1939 Harrison St Oakland.