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Lake Merced Trail Improvements
Completed and Opened to the public December 2024!
Scope of Work
This project will be completed in two phases. The work around South Lake Merced (Phase 1) is adjacent to the John Muir Parking Lot on the west side of the Lake. It is comprised of perimeter path replacement, a new picnic area with tables, a new adult fitness terrace with benches, repaving of ADA parking spaces, new signage, a trash enclosure, and replacement drinking fountain. Additional improvements include landscaping and irrigation upgrades.
The work around North Lake Merced (Phase 2) will replace existing paths at the northwest corner of the lake from the intersection with Harding Boulevard to the Sunset Circle parking lot. A new ADA accessible asphalt path will be installed along with an adjacent stabilized soil path, which will provide a softer surface. Additional site improvements will include installing adult fitness stations, site furnishings and replacing ADA parking spaces in the parking lot.
Funding
- California Natural Resources Agency Grant: $1,000,000
- 2012 Clean and Safe Neighborhood Parks Bond Citywide Parks Program: $2,000,000
- 2012 Clean and Safe Neighborhood Parks Bond - Forestry Program: $1,000,000
- 2018 Parks Bond Act - Recreational Infrastructure Revenue Enhancement: $634,540
Total Sources: $4,634,540
Project Schedule
Planning , Mid 2017
Design , Late 2021
Phase I, Construction begins , Late 2023
Phase I, Open to the public , February 14, 2024
Phase II, Construction begins , Early 2024
Phase II, Opent to the public , Late 2024
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Project Updates
Lake Merced Boat Dock Ribbon Cutting Ceremony November 13th!
We are happy to announce that construction for the Lake Merced Boat Dock is complete, and the site is open to the public. . . Read on…
Lake Merced Boat Dock Replacement Update 6/22!
We are making great construction progress and nearing the finish line! Read on…
Lake Merced Boat Dock Replacement Update 4/28!
Construction progress at the Lake Merced Boat Dock project is moving along well. Read on…
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Documents and Materials
Commission Materials
- SF Rec Park Commission, Lake Merced Trail Improvements – Contract Amendment, September 19, 2024 (PDF)
- SF Rec Park Commission, Lake Merced Trail Improvements – Contract Award, January 18, 2024 (PDF)
- SF Rec Park Commission, Lake Merced Trail and Restroom Project - Staff Report, Concept Plan, June 20, 2019 (PDF)
- SF Rec Park Commission, Lake Merced Trail and Restroom Project - Staff Report, Environmental Application Determination, June 20, 2019 (PDF)
Community Meetings Materials
- Community Meeting, Presentation, February 17, 2022 (PDF)
- Community Meeting Number 4, Presentation, April 1, 2019 (PDF)
- Community Meeting Number 3, Presentation, September 13, 2018 (PDF)
- Community Meeting Number 2, Presentation, January 12, 2017 (PDF)
- Community Meeting Number 1, Presentation, November 3, 2016 (PDF)
- Community Meeting Number 1, Handout, November 3, 2016 (PDF)
- Community Meeting Number 1, Meeting Notes, November 3, 2016 (PDF)
Contact Us
Omar Davis
Project Manager Email Phone: 1-628-652-6644