The 10 Best Hiking & Camping Tours in Ketchikan, Alaska (AK)

February 13, 2022 Concepcion Newsome

Ketchikan, one of Alaska's most Southeastern cities, is the first stop for many cruises on their way to more Northern climes. A stay in Ketchikan itself can be rewarding, however, as the city is the gateway to Misty Fjords National Monument, an area so beautiful, it is known as "The Yosemite of the North." With steep valleys formed by glaciers and lava flows left by volcanic activity, Misty Fjords offers gorgeous views of natural formations, all reflected in the calm waters of Pacific inlets.
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1. Wild Wolf Tours

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Wild Wolf Tours

We offer 2 Hour, 3 Hour and Private Custom Tours in small groups of 11 guests or less in beautiful Ketchikan, Alaska. Enjoy our eco tour including nature walk and hiking expeditions in the lush rainforest. Venture out among the giant Sitka Spruce, Hemlock and Cedar trees and walk along a cascading creek to a rushing waterfall on trails in the Tongass National Forest. Escape from the crowds, breathe fresh air, and enjoy the natural beauty of our nations largest national forest. Next journey to a Totem Park, where you will see magnificent Totem Poles and a Clan House. Your local guide will share culture of the fascinating Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian Alaska Native people. This is a family friendly tour - ask about our scavenger hunt or try geocaching. We strive to provide a quality personal experience. Our tours include pick up at cruise ship dock, bottled water and Alaska style snack. We are locally owned and operated small business.

2. Mindfulness Rainforest Treks

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Mindfulness Rainforest Treks

A tenured associate professor of humanities for the University of Alaska Southeast, Teague Whalen is also a practitioner and teacher of meditation, tai chi, and chi gong. Teague invites anyone who would like to have an authentic, small-group (1-7 people), local experience within the rural rain-forest of Southeast Alaska, to join him on a mindful, meditative trek outdoors. The base will be a couple-mile walk through the rain-forest canopy, on a trail where no other tours are except locals, where we will arrive on an undeveloped beach. Join Teague on his trek and explore mindfulness through practicing how to be more present while walking, talking, listening, and sightseeing. Connect together with the environment while doing tai chi on a beautiful and undisturbed ocean beach. Or jump-start that writing you've always wanted to do while exploring the unique setting of Southeast Alaska's rain forest with Teague's original creative-writing mini-text and writing exercises!

3. Alaska Kayak Company

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Alaska Kayak Company

Alaska Kayak Company is a truly local experience, owned and operated by Mary & Tim from our home port of Ketchikan, Alaska. We go out into the ocean and forest because it is what we love to do. We bring others because we have a passion for sharing the beautiful area we call home. Come explore like the locals do. We get out and away from the crowds of town on our boat and we never have more than 4 people in a mixed group of guests! *Up to 6 guests upon group request.

4. Ketchikan Native Tours

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Ketchikan Native Tours

Our experienced local tour guides will provide you with an authentic visit to our wonderful community. Hear the stories of the early Native people's who first called this place home to where we are today. Your experience will be more personalized as our local guides will invite you to experience the uniqueness of the Tongass National Rainforest.

5. KetchiWalk Tours

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KetchiWalk Tours

Historical City Walking Tours in Ketchikan, Alaska Fully narrated and scripted by seasoned veteran Ketchikan Guide with over a decade of local experience.

6. Tongass Rainforest Expedition

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Tongass Rainforest Expedition

Relax and enjoy a modest hike through Alaska's rainforest in Ketchikan. Wildlife viewing including birds and bears in season. Salmon and salmonberries line the creekside trail. Your guide is an expert naturalist who will identify and share local knowledge of this amazing destination. Time in the woods is about 2 hours. Tour includes round trip transportation from the cruise ship dock.

7. Ketchikan Adventures

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Ketchikan Adventures

We are a small Veteran owned Family business located in Ketchikan, Alaska. Offering Sailing and Wildlife tours as well as Hiking and Whale Watching. Both hourly and Multi Day trips available all over Alaska. Wildlife - Whale Watching - Historical - Totems - Crab Feast - Sailing - Hiking - Multi Day Adventures - Team Building - Combo Tours also Available. Ask us about our Corporate Team Building Camps

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1966

Born and raised in Ketchikan Alaska, we are 5th generation ketchikanites, Hiker,and photographer. We come from a long line of strong Alaskan women, who hope to use our personal knowledge of our home to entertain, educate, and protect our historical, natural, and cultural heritage.

9. Adventure Ketchikan Tours

Adventure Ketchikan Tours

Adventure Ketchikan Tours creates memories that will last a lifetime. From a delectable Sea Feast with local catches of crab, shrimp clams and mussels to the only Hovercraft in the state of Alaska. We specialize in unique excursions both on land and sea, allowing you to experience all the best Ketchikan has to offer.

10. Adventure Ketchikan Tours

Adventure Ketchikan Tours

Adventure Ketchikan Tours we offer memorable experiences both on land and sea. From the only Hovercraft Tour in the state to feasts full of fresh Alaskan sea food. Explore the islands and temperate rainforest, marvel at natural beauty and animals that inhabit The Last Frontier, Alaska.

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