5 Boat Rentals at Lake Merritt Boating Center! Enjoy a day outdoors on the Lake. For pedal boat, canoe, row boat, and kayak rentals, no certification is required. In order to sail on this beautiful scenic Lake, you will need to provide sailing certifications, pass a sailing test, or take a class with us. Boats are docked at the Lake Merritt Boating Center located on Lake Merritt, inside Lakeside Park. www.sailoakland.com