Lake Merritt is especially beautiful at night time, when all of the lights from the homes and apartments which surround the lake are sparkling. There are so many hidden treasures in the bay area that people are not aware of, and Lake Merritt is one of those treasures. When people think about the bay area, they usually think about the Golden Gate Bridge or the Transamerica building, while spaces like Lake Merritt serve a more private, tranquil purpose.