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Ballard Locks
Ballard Locks
The Ballard Locks connect the Lake Washington Ship Canal with Puget Sound. A visit brings working maritime infrastructure, gardens and a fish ladder into one place. Watch the movement of boats and water, remembering that schedules and wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.
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Before you go
- Find it
- 3015 Northwest 54th Street, Seattle
- Visiting hours
- Visitor grounds: daily, 07:00-21:00. Fish ladder and visitor center have separate schedules; check operational notices.
- Admission & costs
- Public visitor grounds are free; parking is charged separately.
Hours and admission may change. Check the official site before setting out.
Getting there
- On arrivalUse the signed visitor approach at 3015 Northwest 54th Street. Stay behind barriers around working lock equipment.
A little time. A closer look.
The Ballard Locks connect the Lake Washington Ship Canal with Puget Sound. A visit brings working maritime infrastructure, gardens and a fish ladder into one place. Watch the movement of boats and water, remembering that schedules and wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.
Something to notice
Watch one stage of a lock cycle if operating. Notice the gates, ropes and changing water level.
A little consideration
Stay behind barriers and follow staff directions. Give working spaces priority and leave wildlife undisturbed.
A small companion, in full.
The actual guide, just as it downloads. One PDF, with the same guide in color and monochrome. Print only the page you prefer.
Download the free guideEnglish · 2 pages · Color + monochrome
Printing & foldingMake it a pocket guide.
Choose an edition, print one page, and fold it into a small companion for your day.
Check your paper size and printer settings before printing.
Print one page
Choose page 1 for color or page 2 for monochrome. Use A4 or US Letter, portrait, and Fit to Page. Print single-sided, with duplex off.
Make two folds
With the printed side facing you, fold the right half behind the left along the vertical guide. Then fold the bottom half behind the top.
Open and explore
Ballard Locks is your front cover. Open once for practical details, then fully for context, QR links and your own notes.
Sources & freshness Facts checked: 2026-10-12
Information may have changed. Check the destination’s official website before visiting.