A visit to the site, like others have said, is worth the effort, especially during the salmon run season. Another unexpected pleasure was to find Bigfoot in the shop store! Not the everyday run of the mill Bigfoot, but a cool Bobble Head Bigfoot. Now my Bigfoot has been seen in Munich Germany. Where has your Bigfoot been seen?

Very interesting, well thought-out explanation of hydro power dam and fish ladder facility. Movie and history of area including dam system and environmental concerns well done. The rangers on duty were friendly and enjoyed sharing their knowledge; very personable. Would recommend.

This a very cool dam to visit. Not too sure of what to expect we stopped in. Upon entering we were given information on how it operates and the fish ladders for the fish to go thru. They explained that there is a live person who sits in a room and counts the number and species of fish that go thru the ladders everyday. And it's amazing the number. Very cool

This stop has so much to offer - viewing windows of migrating fish, a visitor area inside the dam, a multi-story visitor center with an observation area on the top floor and access to 2 small islands in the Columbia River. We did not visit the Lock because we arrived before the visitor access opened for the season. The staff and volunteers there were very informative and friendly. The dam itself and spillway are amazing.

I favor informative trips and if the views are good is even better. This location has both. It is clearly made for visitors to be informed and have access to the varios parts of such a large facility. The fish steps, proximity to the fish hatchery, the locks, the power generation plant, the actual dam, and other outdoor oriented activities was great. It also does not require a lot of time to do.