McNary Lock & Dam

The McNary Dam TRACK Trail is a 1.5-mile, ADA accessible path through riparian zones, sagebrush-steppe ecosystems, and native wetlands. Bridges and boardwalks connect the trail, and wildlife blinds offer up-close views of these unique habitats and the animals that live there. For a longer experience, visitors can branch off the loop and explore over five miles of interconnected trails. Picnic tables, reservable event shelters, and ADA accessible fishing areas are available nearby.

McNary Dam also features the Pacific Salmon Visitor Information Center, which is in the juvenile fish facility. It features displays and a short movie on salmon migration on the Columbia River and offers fantastic views of McNary Dam. Visitors can watch adult salmon climb up the dam using specialized fish ladders in the nearby Oregon Fish Viewing Room. In addition to being a major hydroelectric facility, McNary Dam offers a variety of free recreation opportunities, including fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing in its 318-acre nature area.

For additional visitor information (e.g. events, facilities, fees, and reservations) please visit Walla Walla District: McNary Lock and Dam website.