Are Ballard Locks Open?

The Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, or Ballard Locks, is a complex of locks at the west end of Salmon Bay, in Seattle, Washington's Lake Washington Ship Canal, between the neighborhoods of Ballard to the north and Magnolia to the south.

Are the Ballard Locks open Covid?

The entire Ballard Locks area closed to pedestrians at the start of the pandemic last year, however maritime traffic has been unaffected by the COVID-19 closures. ... The Ballard Locks staff ask that commuters travel straight through the locks and continue to practice social distancing while crossing.

Can you walk across the Ballard Locks?

You can walk across the Lock chambers from either side. City of Seattle metered parking is available at the North main entrance. Sunday parking is free.

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