There is no better way to explore the engineering marvels of the Columbia River Gorge than a visit to Bradford Island Visitors Center, where FREE ADMISSION welcomes every guest. This visitor center at the Bonneville Dam provides a fascinating look at one of the most important hydroelectric facilities in the Pacific Northwest and the fish migration systems that help preserve the region's salmon runs.Bradford Island Visitors Center serves as the perfect starting point for understanding the Bonneville Dam complex. Visitors can view the dam's massive powerhouse, watch salmon and steelhead navigate the fish ladders through underwater viewing windows, and explore exhibits about hydroelectric power generation and the ecology of the Columbia River. The experience combines engineering, ecology, and history in a way that appeals to visitors of all ages and interests.With an outstanding 4.7 - star rating from 1, 168 Google reviews, Bradford Island Visitors Center has earned its reputation as one of the most popular free attractions in the Columbia River Gorge.Bradford Island Visitors Center is located in Cascade Locks. Open most days of the week (Friday: 9AM - 5PM, Monday: 9AM - 5PM, Saturday: 9AM - 5PM, Sunday: 9AM - 5PM, Thursday: 9AM - 5PM). While there is no admission charge, the facility gratefully accepts support for its educational mission. Whether you have thirty minutes or three hours, Bradford Island Visitors Center rewards every visit.
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