Originally established as fish camps for the Tongass and Cape Fox Tlingit Indians, Ketchikan is now a thriving town of 14,000 where commercial fishing and tourism are the city's major industries.  As the rainiest city in the Tongass National Forest, this city receives an average of 13.5 ft of precipitation annually!  Ketchikan is the first stop for most cruise ships and is known as the "The Gateway to Alaska" as well as "Alaska's First City". In addition to having the largest collection of Totem Poles, this vibrant community has been listed in the "Top 100 Small Arts Communities" in the United States.  Staying in Ketchikan an extra day?  Our in-house travel agent Linda is available to help you arrange accommodations and tours.

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Nestled between mountains and ocean and near the majestic Misty Fjords National Wilderness monument, Ketchikan offers visitors a wide variety of activities to enjoy.