DIPAC/Macaulay Salmon Hatchery

*Visits by appointment only October-April* DIPAC's Macaulay Salmon Hatchery Visitor Center offers a unique variety of attractions & a truly Alaskan experience! In May through September, we are open every day there is a cruise ship in town. In October through April, tours are offered by appointment only. Visit our website for more information on hours. In the summer months, get a birds-eye-view of the outdoor hatchery operations while a local guide shares with you the life cycle of Pacific salmon and the workings of the hatchery. Adult salmon start returning in Late June and continue through October. Bald Eagles and seals frequent the hatchery and provide a wildlife viewing opportunity. Once inside, explore our salt water aquariums displaying over 150 species of marine life, including touch-tank aquariums. Venture through our gift-shop where we feature shelf stable salmon products from local processors. A fun, affordable, & educational experience for the whole family!