Explore Ketchikan in One Day

• Creek Street (9:00 am) - Begin your day with a stroll down Creek Street, a historic boardwalk with unique shops and restaurants lining the Ketchikan Creek. Learn about the area's colorful history, and spot salmon swimming upstream.
• Totem Bight State Park (11:00 am) - Visit Totem Bight State Park to see magnificent totem poles, featuring intricate carvings and designs that tell stories of Alaska. Take a leisurely walk and relish in the park's serene beauty and picturesque setting.
• Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary (1:00 pm) - Get immersed in nature at the Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary, which offers guided eco-walks through a protected rainforest ecosystem. Admire the lush foliage and learn about the region's flora and fauna.
• Bear Creek Zipline Adventure (3:00 pm) - Take an adrenaline-filled zipline adventure through the Alaskan rainforest. Soar high above the trees and enjoy breathtaking views of the lush landscape.
• Creek Street Historic District (5:00 pm) - Return to Creek Street to watch salmon swim upstream as you enjoy a delicious seafood dinner at one of the many restaurants with views of the Ketchikan Creek.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Creek Street (1 hour, free)
• Totem Bight State Park (2 hours, $15 per person)
• Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary (2 hours, $120 per person)
• Bear Creek Zipline Adventure (2 hours, $149 per person)
• Seafood Dinner (1 hour, $30 per person)
• Total Estimated Costs: $314 per person

Transportation

While Ketchikan is a small town, transportation options are still available. You can rent a car to explore on your own, or take a taxi to get around town. With limited time, it may be more convenient to join a guided tour that includes transportation, such as the Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary eco-walk or the Bear Creek Zipline Adventure.

Estimated transportation costs range from $30-$150 depending on the mode of transport and activity. Total travel time for the day is approximately 5-6 hours, accounting for commute times and each activity duration.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Tongass Historical Museum, or a kayaking adventure in the fjords. For those on a tighter schedule, you can skip the zipline adventure and add a visit to Misty Fjords National Monument, which can be accessed by a scenic flight from Ketchikan.