The curators have a lot of information to share on the building and history of the dam. There is also a book shop on sight. Be sure to go to the top and lower levels to see the dam and the salmon lad…Full review by Debra R
Oct 22, 2024
Bonneville is very interesting. There is a short movie in the Visitor Center (on the Oregon side) where you can learn about the history of the lock and dam. The Visitor Center has a lot of photos and…Full review by Sheila R
Sep 8, 2024
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…Full review by Carlos V
Which visitor center is preferable the Washington one or the Oregon one?
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We went to the Oregon visitor center, but it sounded like there was more opportunity at the Washington one. We were told you could tour on the Washington side. It is also newer. We …
We went to the Oregon visitor center, but it sounded like there was more opportunity at the Washington one. We were told you could tour on the Washington side. It is also newer. We drove back to Portland airport by way of Washington side and it was a beautiful drive.
Which visitor center is preferable the Washington one or the Oregon one?
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As a Washington resident it pains me to say Oregon has anything better than Washington, but I prefer the Oregon side because there is a wider variety of things to see (fish …
As a Washington resident it pains me to say Oregon has anything better than Washington, but I prefer the Oregon side because there is a wider variety of things to see (fish ponds with giant sturgeon and salmon just across the glass and at eye level, the boat locks, mature shade trees and a nicer area, a better gift shop, hatchery etc.) Washington side is better only when salmon are migrating and you can go down to glass fronted viewing area and see them swimming up the fish ladder.
Hi We are coming over to Oregon from the UK this fall.probably late August or September,which of these months would be the best for seeing the salmon move? We love your country and its people and have visited many times,looking forward to visiting again. Ger 78910
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There are a number of fish that run the Columbia River every year, ranging from spring to fall. The largest and most popular is the Chinook Salmon. They have three runs throughout the …
There are a number of fish that run the Columbia River every year, ranging from spring to fall. The largest and most popular is the Chinook Salmon. They have three runs throughout the year, but the most numerous run is from August to November. August is a great time to visit, in general.
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