Our neighborhood takes its name from Lake Merritt, a large tidal lagoon that lies just east of downtown Oakland, California. A popular 3.5 mile (6 km) walking and jogging path runs along its perimeter. Lake Merritt is historically significant as the United States' first official wildlife refuge, designated in 1870. Lake Merritt's north shore is surrounded by parkland, residences, and the parallel shopping districts of Lakeshore Avenue and Grand Avenue.

Walden Pond Books considers itself fortunate to be situated at 3316 Grand Avenue - in the heart of one of the most diverse and desirable neighborhoods in the Bay Area.

[Also see: Vist Oakland: Grand Lake Neighborhood]
[Also see: LakeMerritt.org]

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