Be the First Through the Newly Re-Opened Willamette Falls Locks

Here's breaking news from The City of West Linn:

This Sunday provides a unique opportunity to be the first through the historic Willamette Falls Locks.

‘WILLAMETTE QUEEN’ TO BE FIRST VESSEL THROUGH WILLAMETTE FALLS LOCKS SINCE THEIR CLOSURE IN 2007

Having now completed the 1.3 million dollar hydraulic and steel structures inspection on the of the Willamette Falls Locks, the Army Corps of Engineers has agreed to accommodate the “Willamette Queen” later this month with a special passage through the Oregon City Locks for a required Coast Guard dry dock inspection in Portland. Departure from Salem is planned for Sunday January 31st at 9 am. Passengers will be allowed for the first time to remain on board the vessel as she passes through the seven lock chambers to descend the 52 feet around the Willamette Falls. This is truly a unique and memorable experience that few people ever get to enjoy.

As in previous downriver cruises between Salem and Portland, the “Willamette Queen” will be carrying passengers for the two day 85 mile downriver cruise and the two days back upriver to Salem 10 days later. Passengers can book one or more days. Each day will feature a continental breakfast, lunch and mid-day snacks. A Riverlorian will be aboard to point out and educate passengers on the many historical landmarks along this pristine stretch of river. Of particular interest are the spectacular mansions and their interesting owners as well as a wide variety of wildlife including eagles and deer. Binoculars and cameras are items to definitely pack with you.

Bus transportation will be provided at the end of each day for those passengers leaving the boat and needing a ride back to their automobile. For multiday passengers, reservations will be made at a hotel nearby to where the boat will be docked for the night.

The cost will be $75.00 per person for the first day and $50 for any additional days. Included in this price will be all food and transportation. Reservations are very limited for this rare and unique cruising experience to Portland and back. Call 503-371-1103 or email the Willamette Queen offices at wqsternwheeler@aol.com to make reservations.

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