The Ballard Locks...

The Ballard Locks

Ballard Locks

One of my favorite things to do with my kids and to beat the heat of summertime is to hang out at the Ballard Locks and check out all the gorgeous boats!  I always tote my camera along and somehow never tire of the endless pictures I get. I wanted to share some here.

Lake Union is higher than the Puget Sound so in order for boats to travel back and forth between the two bodies of water, they enter into the locks and then giant walls on the East and West sides close.  The water in the chamber is then is either raised or lowered depending on which direction they are going. 

The Ballard Locks are a great source of entertainment for all ages and wonderful for out of town guests and they are FREE.  

In addition, there are extensive grounds on site with beautiful plantings and great places just for hanging out by the water.

Pacific Fury in the Locks heading out to the Puget Sound

Some boats - big and small going out to the Puget Sound

On the high water and then another after the water drains...  you can see it is a great facination for others besides me to look on at the cool process.

Ballard Locks

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ballard is a wonderful place to live and the Sunset Hill neighborhood near the Locks is  magical.  Feel free to call me if you are interested in Ballard Real Estate or Sunset Hill Homes.

 

 


Courtney Cooper

Seattle Realtor, Owner/Designated Broker/EcoBroker

Cooper Jacobs Real Estate

courtney@cooperjacobs.com

206-850-8841 

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About Me: 

Seattle real estate has been a big part of my life for well over a decade since I began my career in real estate,but also before that time when I was in the process of purchasing my own first home.  Buying your first home can be quite overwhelming,but I have managed to help many first time home buyers along the way.

Move up Seattle buyers and other types of specialized purchasing is a great passion of mine!  I love Seattle houseboats and you can find me down on the docks of Lake Union and Portage Bay several times a week.   Other aspects of Seattle real estate that I adore include Queen Anne Real Estate,Wallingford Real Estate, Ballard Real Estate, Green Lake Real Estate, Laurelhurst Real Estate, Magnolia Real Estate,andSeattle Waterfront Real Estate.

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In addition to being a Seattle residential broker and founder of Cooper Jacobs & Seattle Afloat, I am also the Director of the Cooper Jacobs Real Estate Platinum Properties Luxury Home Division.  This is our exclusive product for high end and distinctive homes catering to high net worth buyers and sellers across the Puget Sound.  For an example of what we have done, just look to our exclusive listing of The Admiral's House in Magnolia.  With our detailed and tech savvy brokers we take care of every detail imaginable and advertise in ways other luxury brokers can't. We have a book of high end clientele and a large International presence to gain maximum exposure while still being discreet. Please let me know if you would like to set up a private Platinum Properties consultation:  platinum@cooperjacobs.com

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About Cooper Jacobs Real Estate's Seattle Branch:

 My office at Cooper Jacobs Real Estate LLC is located centrally near all my favorite Puget Sound neighborhoods just a few blocks up from Lake Union in Seattle’s Wallingford.  Cooper Jacobs Real Estate is a wonderful place filled with talented Seattle real estate brokers and I count myself extremely lucky that I get to spend so much time with these wonderful people.  We specialize in different Seattle neighborhoods and suburbs in both residential and commercial real estate and are all very passionate and excited about each of our favorite Seattle neighborhoods and industries!

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9 Comments on My Fascination With The Ballard Locks Never Ends

AUG
15
2010
561,642 Points 17 Featured Posts Called Shot Master

Thanks for the photo - I saw the locks years ago when I visited Seattle, and love the Pacific NW!
11:01am • #1
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Hi Carol - I think I have become obsessed with my camera, but I like sharing the area :)  You should come back and see us sometime!
11:05am • #2
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Courtney, I agree---it is always a must see place when out of town guests come----and of course it is right next to Stone Gardens the indoor climbing gym :)
12:35pm • #3
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I know Stone Gardens hold a very special place in your heart Charlie:)
10:55pm • #4
AUG
18
2010
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Courtney,
these are great blogs for local information, where are these floating homes? :) thanks for sharing this info !

 
12:56am • #5
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Thanks for sharing the pics! I have a condo listing with a fantastic view of Lake Union and Gas Works park. You should sell it for me! I'll give you some Seahawks tickets if you do!   =)
3:47pm • #6
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Ray - this post is on Ballard, but there are floating homes in Eastlake, Westlake, Portage Bay, U-District, and Norhlake (Fremont & Wallingford).

 

Jeff - I will check it out!
4:05pm • #7
AUG
19
2010
1,372,757 Points 151 Featured Posts Localism Sponsor Outside Blog Attended Rain Camp Called Shot Master

Very cool photos and interesting 411 on Ballard Locks!  That must be so cool to never get bored of your area :)
11:35am • #8
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20
2010
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I'm sure you're never bored looking at these amazing locks in action. There's something both calming and stimulating about locks like these.
11:45pm • #9

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