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Granite Falls Fish Ladder

Waterfall · Granite Falls, Washington

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Editor's Notes
Built to help salmon climb past the falls on the Stillaguamish River, this is one of the longest fish ladders in the country. In late summer and fall you can watch salmon hurl themselves upstream through its concrete steps.

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Current water conditions

Gage height
3.28 ft
water level

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SF STILLAGUAMISH RIVER NEAR GRANITE FALLS, WA (0.5 mi away), as of Aug 21, 3:15 AM gauge-local time. Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly — always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.

Weather at Granite Falls Fish Ladder

H: 85° L: 55°
Clear
Clear
58°
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Feels like 57°
Precipitation
11%
Humidity
86%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Clear
62°
3 AM
Clear
58°
6 AM
Clear
55°
9 AM
Overcast
68°
12 PM
Overcast
78°
3 PM
Overcast
78°
6 PM
Overcast
77°
9 PM
Overcast
64°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Granite Falls Fish Ladder?
Granite Falls Fish Ladder is a waterfall in Granite Falls, Washington.
Can you swim at Granite Falls Fish Ladder?
There is no fixed answer for Granite Falls Fish Ladder: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Granite Falls Fish Ladder in Granite Falls, Washington. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
How is Granite Falls Fish Ladder rated?
Granite Falls Fish Ladder in Granite Falls, Washington has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 959 reviews.

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Location & Contact

10630 Mountain Loop Hwy, Granite Falls, WA 98252

Granite Falls, Washington 98252

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