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 for the best experience.  FREE scheduled public tours or Donation based VIP Custom tours on request.

For Boaters:  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, operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

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

      - Other activities include summer concerts, picnics and weddings. 

Interactive site map and parking options