Lake Washington Ship Canal, Seattle

Name: Lake Washington Ship Canal
Address: Seattle, United States

#289 among attractions in Seattle

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The Lake Washington Ship Canal, which runs through the city of Seattle, connects the fresh water body of Lake Washington with the salt water inland sea of Puget Sound. The Hiram M. Chittenden Locks accommodate the approximately 20-foot difference in water level between Lake Washington and the sound. The canal runs east–west and connects Union Bay, the Montlake Cut, Portage Bay, Lake Union, the Fremont Cut, Salmon Bay, and Shilshole Bay, which is part of the sound. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1911 (113 years ago)Coordinates: 47°38'36"N, 122°20'6"W

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Lake Washington Ship Canal – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gas Works Park, Lake Union, Seattle Asian Art Museum, Aurora Bridge.

~950 ftN
Sweeping city views from a picnic spot
Gas Works Park, Seattle
5 min walk • Gas Works Park, a distinctive landmark in Seattle, United States, offers a unique blend of industrial history and public recreation. This 19.1-acre park is situated on the north shore of Lake Union and provides an unparalleled urban oasis with a twist.
~1170 ftS
Scenic waters for recreational boating
Lake Union, Seattle
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seattle, Lake Union stands as a shimmering centerpiece, a hub of maritime activity and urban life. This freshwater lake is flanked by bustling neighborhoods, offering a unique blend of natural beauty and city convenience.
1.3 miSE
Asian art in a 1930s art deco building
Seattle Asian Art Museum, Seattle
34 min walk • Nestled in the verdant expanse of Seattle's Volunteer Park, the Seattle Asian Art Museum is a cultural gem that beckons art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike. This museum is dedicated to the rich artistic heritage of Asia, showcasing an impressive collection that...
0.6 miNW
Bridge
Aurora Bridge, Seattle
16 min walk • The Aurora Bridge is a cantilever and truss bridge in Seattle, Washington, United States. It carries State Route 99 over the west end of Seattle's Lake Union and connects Queen Anne and Fremont.
0.9 miS
Bridge
Fairview Avenue North Bridge, Seattle
23 min walk • The Fairview Avenue North Bridge is a road bridge in the Eastlake neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, United States, crossing a shallow arm of Lake Union. The original timber-pile bridge was built in 1948 and expanded with a concrete span in 1963. Both bridges were replaced by a new span that opened in 2021.
0.8 miSE
Park
I-5 Colonnade, Seattle
21 min walk • I-5 Colonnade in Seattle, Washington, United States, is a 7.5-acre city park underneath Interstate 5 connecting the Capitol Hill and Eastlake neighborhoods, which were divided by the freeway in the 1960s. It stretches south of E. Howe Street to E.
0.9 miNW
Monuments and statues, Park
Fremont Rocket, Seattle
24 min walk • The Fremont Rocket is a sculpture of a rocket in the Fremont neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, US.
1 miNE
Bridge
University Bridge, Seattle
25 min walk • The University Bridge is a double-leaf bascule bridge in Seattle, Washington that carries Eastlake Avenue traffic over Portage Bay between Eastlake to the south and the University District to the north.
0.6 miNE
Park, View point
Fairview Park, Seattle
15 min walk • Fairview Park is a 0.8-acre park located in Seattle, Washington, on the eastern shoreline of Lake Union along Fairview Avenue E. between E. Hamlin and Allison Streets. It includes a P-Patch and a boat launch.
0.5 miSE
Park, Lake
Terry Pettus Park, Seattle
14 min walk • Terry Pettus Park is a 0.9-acre park located in Seattle, Washington, on the eastern shoreline of Lake Union at Fairview Avenue E. and E. Newton Street. It includes shoreline access and a public float. The park is named after Terry Pettus, an activist who played a crucial role in saving Lake Union's houseboats.
1 miNE
Park
North Passage Point Park, Seattle
25 min walk • North Passage Point Park is a 0.8 acre park located in the Northlake neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, directly underneath the Ship Canal Bridge on the north side of the Lake Union/Portage Bay shoreline. It was dedicated in 1977.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Lake Washington Ship Canal?

Nearby attractions include Gas Works Park, Seattle (5 min walk), Lake Union, Seattle (6 min walk), Eastlake, Seattle (12 min walk), The Seattle Marina, Seattle (14 min walk).

How to get to Lake Washington Ship Canal by public transport?

The nearest stations to Lake Washington Ship Canal:

Bus

N 35th St & Wallingford Ave N • Lines: 31, 32 (11 min walk)
Wallingford Ave N & N 35th St • Lines: 31, 32 (12 min walk)

Tram

Fairview & Campus Drive • Lines: South Lake Union Streetcar (28 min walk)

Trolleybus

15th Ave NE & NE 42nd St • Lines: 43, 44, 49, 70 (39 min walk)