Ketchikan Archives - My Alaska Trip

Chopping Wood at Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show Ketchikan Alaska 1

The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show – All Ages Fun in Ketchikan

The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show is one of the most popular things to do in Ketchikan, but is it worth it? We're sharing our opinion of the lumberjack show experience and tips for having a great visit to Ketchikan when you visit the Inside Passage of Alaska.

Black Bear at Herring Cove at Kawanti Adventures Rainforest Sanctuary Ketchikan Alaska 3

Southeast Alaska Tours

Kawanti Adventures Black Bear Express for Wildlife Watching in Ketchikan

Seeing black bears in Ketchikan is a really cool, fun experience with Kawanti Adventures. Yes, the bears are wild, and yes, you're safe when you do it. We've got the full scoop and what to expect doing the Black Bear Express or the Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary with Kawanti Adventures in Ketchikan.

Beaver Clan House at Totem Bight State Park Ketchikan Alaska 6

Activities Southeast Alaska

Totem Bight State Park in Ketchikan: Beautiful Tlingit Carvings on the Water

Visiting Totem Bight State Park in Ketchikan is a special experience and worth making happen when you're here. Although it's not located directly in the main town area, it's not difficult to get to and is worth the journey to experience this beautiful Tlingit art and history.

Taylor Family at Tongass Historical Museum Ketchikan Alaska 4

Activities Southeast Alaska

Interesting and Easy Stop into the Tongass Historical Museum in Ketchikan

The Tongass Historical Museum is a great stop when you're in Ketchikan highlighting the Tlingit culture, fishing culture, lumber history and ecosystems of Southeast Alaska. An easy visit, this museum is worth your time when you're in Port or spending a few days in Ketchikan.

Exterior of Totem Heritage Center Ketchikan Alaska 1

Activities Southeast Alaska

The Beautiful and Fascinating Totem Heritage Center in Ketchikan

The Totem Heritage Center in Ketchikan, Alaska is one of the few places you can find some of the oldest totem poles in existence. From learning about carving and storytelling to the Tlingit practices around raising totem poles, this museum is a great addition to a visit to Ketchikan.

Taylor Family at Low Tide on Creek Street in Ketchikan Alaska 2

Activities Southeast Alaska

Exploring Ketchikan’s Creek Street and Salmon Walk

Ketchikan's Creek Street is one of the most iconic sights in Alaska, and paired with the beautiful salmon walk makes for a great morning or afternoon activity. See what you'll find along Creek Street and how to include exploring the neighborhood during your visiting to Ketchikan.