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You may want to spend a few hours letting your eyes feast from the viewpoint of a float plane as you experience the magnificent Misty Fjords National Monument. Often called "The Grand Canyon of Alaska", this is an awesome area of pristine wilderness where sheer glacier carved granite cliffs plunge dramatically into icy blue waters. The U.S. Forest Service maintains recreational cabins and there are trails for hikers. |
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Chartered and fly-in fishing trips to fresh water lakes and rivers may be arranged to accommodate the ambitions of even our most definitive guests. |
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In spring, pods of Killer Whales and Humpback Whales can be seen swimming northbound through Tongass Narrows. Closer to town it is also possible to see the occasional sea lion, porpoise and seal. |
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If you feel like going deep underwater, the Wind & Water Dive Center rents and sells equipment for undersea exploration. If you're a sailor, the Ketchikan Ocean Racing Circuit has several classes for competitive racing, held several times a year. |
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Hiking in Ketchikan is a fantastic activity. The Ketchikan Outdoor Recreation and Trails Coalition works with government agencies to construct, design, and improve the trails that surround Ketchikan, Alaska. There are miles and miles of picturesque trails winding around and through the area, from alpine country to high mountaintops, valleys to stormy seas. |
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Got your sea-legs? Experience Alaska from the seaside! Take in the myriad sights of the Passage by ferry, cruise ship, private charter, or bring your own craft! Year-round service is provided by the Alaska Marine Highway, for passengers and vehicles both. To get the best spaces, make your reservations in advance. For a truly intimate tour of the waterways, bring your own canoe, bicycle, or kayak. Don't worry about having to walk; car rental is found all along the Passage. If you arrive in your own boat, verify mooring in advance with the local visitors bureau. |
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