Welcome to Ketchikan Alaska
An insider's guide to exploring the
"Salmon Capital of the World"
Welcome to the Experience Ketchikan Alaska site! My family absolutely loves exploring Ketchikan. We fish the waters, hike the rainforest, take every opportunity to view wildlife, & enjoy every minute of it! Our adventures are my inspiration to create this website and share our experiences with you.
Ketchikan has a vacation experience for everyone, whether it's a quick stop on a Cruise Ship or an extended stay. World class fishing, plush rainforests, wildlife viewing, breathtaking vistas, outdoor recreation opportunities, incredible excursions, and so, so much more!
This guide will help you plan your visit. My family has explored this fascinating island, experiencing most everything Ketchikan has to offer. I share our experiences and adventures with you and know you will enjoy Ketchikan as much as we do.
The Welcome to Ketchikan Sign has greeted visitors since the 1920's
When my husband and I first visited Ketchikan Alaska we thought we would be here for a six month seasonal job – no longer, just long enough to explore the island, learn & enjoy all of its secrets and be on our way!
Who would have imagined years later we still call it home!
There are few places that have such stunning beaches...
A Ketchikan beach with a view of the Tongass Narrows
Amazingly lush & breathtaking hiking in the Rainforest...
Hiking in the Ketchikan Alaska Rainforest
With such gorgeous city views...
View of Ketchikan from the water
And of course natural beauty....
The Alaska State Flower, the Forget-me-not
Absolutely gorgeous Native Art & Totem Poles
The Totem Poles and Native Alaska Art is incredible!
And let's not forget about the fishing!!!
Oh, how I Love to fish for Halibut in Ketchikan!
Whether you are here for a few hours, one day, one week or more, your exploration options are infinite. But I hope you won’t just come for the day. There is truly so much to do, see, & experience here that you will want to stay longer, I can assure you of that!
Ketchikan has touched me in ways I would have never imagined and I hope I can share some of this magic with you in this website.
So sit back, grab a cup of coffee, and prepare to experience Ketchikan Alaska as an insider. But be forewarned – this little taste will make you want to visit! I'll see you soon... :-)
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Ketchikan Travel is easy! Whether arriving by air, ferry, car, RV, cruise ship, or your own boat you will find information & schedules to reach Ketchikan here.
An Alaskan couple shares travel details about traveling on the Alaska State Ferry. Prices, discounts, & routes, how to bring a vehicle, kayak, pets, & making reservations on the Alaska ferry system.
There are many unique options when looking for a Ketchikan Alaska Car Rental! From standard cars & vans, limousines, an antique car rental, Hummer H2’s, & electric cars. Create the best Ketchikan Alaska tour with your own Rental Car!
Directory & Reviews of Ketchikan Alaska Bed and Breakfasts, Inns, Hotels, & Fishing Lodges. Choose from a wide selection of Ketchikan Alaska Vacation Rentals!
Planning a trip to Ketchikan Alaska? Before your visit be sure and get your Free Trip Planner – packed full of ideas about what to do, tour operator information, accommodations, and so much more!
The best Ketchikan map to help you orient yourself to the beautiful city of Ketchikan Alaska. These Ketchikan Alaska maps are available to view and download and include city, island, area & Ketchikan walking tour maps.
From fine dining to boardwalk fish and chips, Ketchikan Alaska has no shortage of great places to eat. A local couple provides details & recommendations on the best Ketchikan restaurants in town!
One couple’s experience flightseeing in Ketchikan to the Misty Fjords National Monument. An explanation of flightseeing options and the various pricing structures.
See incredible Native American Totem Poles, go to a Totem Pole Park, check out the amazing Alaska Native art – these are just a few things to do in Alaska! Directory to the Ketchikan Alaska Totem Poles.
See live views on the Ketchikan webcam. View multiple Ketchikan Alaska webcams in Ketchikan that will show you city & harbor views, the Ketchikan Airport, the mountains, and the Tongass Narrows
Creek Street Ketchikan Alaska is a historic district with a captivating history. Today, picturesque Creek Street has the best shopping & restaurants, & is a great place to see salmon on their way to spawn.
There are 5 types of Salmon found in Southeast Alaska – Chinook, Pink, Coho, Chum, & Sockeye. An easy way to remember the Salmon species & details about Ketchikan Salmon, spawning times, and the best time to fish for each type of Salmon.
A professional fishing charter captain explains the top Halibut fishing tips including the type of fishing gear, hooks, leaders, bait, and how to find the best halibut holes in Ketchikan Alaska.
One of the best Baked Halibut recipes I have ever tasted is a recipe called Halibut Supreme. This Alaskan halibut recipe is one of those easy halibut recipes - perfect for fresh or frozen Alaskan halibut with easy to find ingredients.
One of the best Baked Halibut recipes I have ever tasted is a recipe called Cheesy Halibut. This Alaskan halibut recipe is one of those easy halibut recipes - perfect for frozen Alaskan halibut and easy to find ingredients.
Quite simply the easiste and super scrumptious clam chowder recipe around! Passed on for generations and still incredible.
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