Ketchikan
Welcome sign of Ketchikan
Going Ashore
Make the most of your time ashore by planning ahead. Know how long your ship will be in port and plan your activities accordingly. Your cruise itinerary will provide that information. You can also check the port time of every cruise ship in Alaska by visiting the following site. Cruise Line Agencies of Alaska
Familiarize yourself with the security requirements for getting off the ship as well as re-boarding the ship. Passengers are required to have their cruise ID cards for disembarking and embarking. (Note: Passengers with U.S. Passports will be required to have their passports with them in Canadian ports. Non-US passengers will be required to have their passports with them at all times.) Refer to the printed information distributed by your ship regarding items that are prohibited from being taken ashore as well as those items that are not allowed to be brought onto the ship. All parcels and items must pass through security scanners when re-boarding the ship.
Cruise ships wait for no one! Each passenger is responsible for boarding the ship before the published departure time for every port, so pay attention to the time. If a passenger’s return to the ship is delayed because of an excursion booked through the ship, the ship will wait. However, passengers who book their own excursions or are involved in other activities while in port cannot expect the ship to remain in port beyond the published departure time.
Make the most of your time ashore by planning ahead. Know how long your ship will be in port and plan your activities accordingly. Your cruise itinerary will provide that information. You can also check the port time of every cruise ship in Alaska by visiting the following site. Cruise Line Agencies of Alaska
Familiarize yourself with the security requirements for getting off the ship as well as re-boarding the ship. Passengers are required to have their cruise ID cards for disembarking and embarking. (Note: Passengers with U.S. Passports will be required to have their passports with them in Canadian ports. Non-US passengers will be required to have their passports with them at all times.) Refer to the printed information distributed by your ship regarding items that are prohibited from being taken ashore as well as those items that are not allowed to be brought onto the ship. All parcels and items must pass through security scanners when re-boarding the ship.
Cruise ships wait for no one! Each passenger is responsible for boarding the ship before the published departure time for every port, so pay attention to the time. If a passenger’s return to the ship is delayed because of an excursion booked through the ship, the ship will wait. However, passengers who book their own excursions or are involved in other activities while in port cannot expect the ship to remain in port beyond the published departure time.
Indian Salmon Cannery, 1890
Ketchikan Historical Highlights
Ketchikan is named after Ketchikan Creek, which flows through the town. It was a summer fishing camp for Tlingit natives. Ketchikan is located on Revillagigedo Island (Revilla, as the locals call it).
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Ketchikan is named after Ketchikan Creek, which flows through the town. It was a summer fishing camp for Tlingit natives. Ketchikan is located on Revillagigedo Island (Revilla, as the locals call it).
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Things To Do
Walking Tour (Creek Street) Ziplining
Lumber Jack Show Kayaking
Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's Tour Rainforest Hiking
Misty Fjords Flightseeing Potlatch Park
Saxman Native Village Misty Fjords Wilderness Cruise
Totem Bight State Park Duck Tour
Wildlife Tour Helicopter Tour
Float Plane Tour Canoeing
Fishing Snorkling
Walking Tour (Creek Street) Ziplining
Lumber Jack Show Kayaking
Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's Tour Rainforest Hiking
Misty Fjords Flightseeing Potlatch Park
Saxman Native Village Misty Fjords Wilderness Cruise
Totem Bight State Park Duck Tour
Wildlife Tour Helicopter Tour
Float Plane Tour Canoeing
Fishing Snorkling
Shopping!
Ketchikan is a great place to shop for diamonds, furs, salmon, art, apparel, and gifts, with many specialty shops.
Visitors Bureau
Ketchikan is a great place to shop for diamonds, furs, salmon, art, apparel, and gifts, with many specialty shops.
Visitors Bureau
Gilmore Building
The Gilmore Hotel was built in 1927 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It features 38 guest rooms and the popular Annabelle's Restaurant.
The Gilmore Hotel
The Gilmore Hotel was built in 1927 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It features 38 guest rooms and the popular Annabelle's Restaurant.
The Gilmore Hotel
The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show
Located one block from the cruise ship dock, covered and heated, this unique show is informative, fun, and funny. Rain or shine the whole family will enjoy the show.
Alaskan Lumberjack Show
Located one block from the cruise ship dock, covered and heated, this unique show is informative, fun, and funny. Rain or shine the whole family will enjoy the show.
Alaskan Lumberjack Show
Creek Street
Creek Street is the heart of the town. Its boardwalks that run along the creek allow great views of salmon returning to their birthplace. Also, there are galleries, book shops, old bordellos (Dolly's is a museum) and gift shops.
Creek Street Ketchikan
Creek Street is the heart of the town. Its boardwalks that run along the creek allow great views of salmon returning to their birthplace. Also, there are galleries, book shops, old bordellos (Dolly's is a museum) and gift shops.
Creek Street Ketchikan
Cape Fox Lodge
From Creek Street, a small tram will take you to Cape Fox Lodge where you can dine and take in the views of the city and docks.
Cape Fox Lodge
From Creek Street, a small tram will take you to Cape Fox Lodge where you can dine and take in the views of the city and docks.
Cape Fox Lodge
Totem Bight State Historical Park
Ten miles north of Ketchikan, an easy trip from downtown via bus, taxi, rental car, or tour. The park offers a unique look into the Tlingit and Haida Indian cultures. There are 14 totem poles and one Clan House (community house).
Totem Bight State Historical Park
Ten miles north of Ketchikan, an easy trip from downtown via bus, taxi, rental car, or tour. The park offers a unique look into the Tlingit and Haida Indian cultures. There are 14 totem poles and one Clan House (community house).
Totem Bight State Historical Park
Saxman Native Village
Located south of Ketchikan in Saxman, it was named after a Presbyterian teacher, Samuel Saxman. The park includes a tribal house, a carving center, and a cultural hall for traditional Tlingit dance exhibitions. Saxman Native Village and Cape Fox Lodge are both subsidiaries of Cape Fox Corporation, formed in 1971, in accordance the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.
Cape Fox Tours
Located south of Ketchikan in Saxman, it was named after a Presbyterian teacher, Samuel Saxman. The park includes a tribal house, a carving center, and a cultural hall for traditional Tlingit dance exhibitions. Saxman Native Village and Cape Fox Lodge are both subsidiaries of Cape Fox Corporation, formed in 1971, in accordance the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act.
Cape Fox Tours
Trails in Ketchikan
United States Department of Agriculture lists 42 trails in the Ketchikan Area Trails Guide. Trails can be accessed from within and outside of Ketchikan, (non-wilderness and wilderness remote trails). Trail ratings are from easy to most difficult. Read about all recommended safety and gear, especially bear safety.
Ketchikan Area Trails Guide
United States Department of Agriculture lists 42 trails in the Ketchikan Area Trails Guide. Trails can be accessed from within and outside of Ketchikan, (non-wilderness and wilderness remote trails). Trail ratings are from easy to most difficult. Read about all recommended safety and gear, especially bear safety.
Ketchikan Area Trails Guide
Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's Tour
If you are a fan of the "Deadliest Catch," this tour is for you. If you have never seen the show it's still for you. The wildlife viewing is not limited to crab. Bears, eagles, deer and many more sightings are possible. The informative crew will make your experience and put into perspective the life on a crab boat.
Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's Tour
If you are a fan of the "Deadliest Catch," this tour is for you. If you have never seen the show it's still for you. The wildlife viewing is not limited to crab. Bears, eagles, deer and many more sightings are possible. The informative crew will make your experience and put into perspective the life on a crab boat.
Bering Sea Crab Fisherman's Tour
Misty Fjords National Monument
Misty Fjords is about 40 miles south of Ketchikan.
Comprising 2,294,343 acres of the Tongass National Forest, almost all are designated as wilderness. Whether by plane or boat, the views are unmatched.
Misty Fjords
Misty Fjords is about 40 miles south of Ketchikan.
Comprising 2,294,343 acres of the Tongass National Forest, almost all are designated as wilderness. Whether by plane or boat, the views are unmatched.
Misty Fjords
Bear Viewing
Anan Creek Wildlife Viewing Site
The USDA Forest Service maintains an observatory deck and half-mile boardwalk. Anan is only accessible by floatplane or boat. Peak season is from July 5 to August 25. Guides are available in Ketchikan.
USDA Forest Service
The USDA Forest Service maintains an observatory deck and half-mile boardwalk. Anan is only accessible by floatplane or boat. Peak season is from July 5 to August 25. Guides are available in Ketchikan.
USDA Forest Service
Herring Cove
Herring Cove is approximately 8 miles south of Ketchikan. The Whitman Lake Fish Hatchery sits in the George inlet behind Herring Cove and contributes to the bear population. It is the only bear viewing accessible by vehicle. The best time for observing bears is mid-June to early September; the tide plays a big part in the viewing before and after low tide. Eagles are also taking advantage of the tides and are there in good numbers.
Three of the Ways To Experience Herring Cove:
Ketchikan Taxi Cab Tours
Alaska Canopy Adventures (zipline tour)
Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary
Herring Cove is approximately 8 miles south of Ketchikan. The Whitman Lake Fish Hatchery sits in the George inlet behind Herring Cove and contributes to the bear population. It is the only bear viewing accessible by vehicle. The best time for observing bears is mid-June to early September; the tide plays a big part in the viewing before and after low tide. Eagles are also taking advantage of the tides and are there in good numbers.
Three of the Ways To Experience Herring Cove:
Ketchikan Taxi Cab Tours
Alaska Canopy Adventures (zipline tour)
Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary
Traitors Cove/Margaret Creek & Neets Cove
Traitors Cove is at Margaret Creek Wildlife Observation Site it is only accessible by plane. Neets can be accessed by plane or boat.
Traitors Cove is at Margaret Creek Wildlife Observation Site it is only accessible by plane. Neets can be accessed by plane or boat.
