Issaquah Salmon Hatchery Tours

Tours are led by trained volunteers or staff and last around 45-60 minutes and highlight the cultural, historical and ecological significance of salmon, hatchery operations & the importance of hatcheries. Tours should be booked 48 hours in advance.

Weekdays: Tours will be available at 2 pm Monday through Friday.

Weekends: Scheduled tours are available Saturday and Sunday at 10 am and 12 pm. Walk-up tours will take place at 11 am and 1 pm.

Due to staffing and availability, we request 48 hour notice prior to booking a tour. This form is for September, October, and November tours. Please note adult salmon return to the hatchery in late August through November.

Self-guided tours start at the aquarium room and last about 45-90 minutes.

An audio tour in English, Spanish, Chinese and Japanese is available through your cell phone. 

Just click on the QR codes on exhibit displays.