Ketchikan is the "Salmon Capital of the World" and Alaska's "First City" and is more beautiful than you can image. The town itself is built on pilings out over the water of the Tongass Narrows along the Alaska's famous Inside Passage. Native culture abounds and we have two amazing totem pole parks, one in Saxman Village and the other located at Totem Bight State Park. Ketchikan is located in the heart of Tongass National Forest just 685 miles north of Seattle and 220 miles south of Alaska's capital, Juneau. The climate is mild both summer and winter, characterized by annual rainfall averaging 165 inches. That's what keeps the forests lush, the fish plentiful, the water pure, and the air clean, and a favorite destination for folks from around the world.

Ketchikan can honestly boast some of the very best fishing in Alaska and the Halibut Barn is located just a very short drive away the favorite fishing grounds at Knudson Cove of guests visiting us year after year. We recommend North End Charters for the best salmon fishing charter in the area! North End Charters starts your Alaska fishing charter at Knudson Cove Marina.

Ketchikan's colorful past comes alive with a visit to the historic red light district at Creek Street just a short stroll from the downtown cruise ship docks. Walk along the wooden boardwalk and visit the many quaint stores which that you will find on Creek Street. A visit to the George Inlet Lodge provides a look into our colorful past and there you can feast on the Dungeness Crab you catch during a crabbing adventure in George Inlet. The view along the way to the lodge is spectacular. Watch the rugged timber athletes logrolling, pole climbing, chopping, and sawing at the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show for a glimpse into our rich timber history. Choose a flightseeing seaplane trip to the breathtaking Misty Fjords National Monument for an unforgettable Alaskan experience.

Whether you arrive by cruise ship, private yacht, Alaska Marine Highway Ferry System, or Alaska Air you'll find modern amenities, great shopping, exciting tours, and our famed Alaskan hospitality await you in Ketchikan, Alaska.