Learn about Salmon at the Ballard Locks Fish Ladder: 
    - When is the best time to see them?
    - Where are they now?

    - What is being done to help them?

Take a professionally guided tour to maximize your experience. We offer free scheduled public tours or VIP Custom tours.

Boating information...How to navigate "Lock Through" the Locks and important water safety guidelines.

A National Historic Site, busiest locks in the Nation and major tourist attraction...open daily 24/7 for vessels, 7:00 am to 9:00 pm for visitors.
  - Watch large ships & small boats up close and personal

  - View migrating salmon from June through September

  - Tour the visitor center/museum and historic admin building

  - Stroll the world class botanical garden

  - Summer activities include summer concerts, picnics and weddings. 

See detailed interactive site map and parking options