The best family-friendly activities in Ketchikan for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Misty Fjords Seaplane Tour
Island Wings Air Service is owned and operated by Alaska veteran pilot Michelle Masden, who started flying in 1977 and began her business in Ketchikan...
$450

Alaskan Bear Encounter by Land & Sea
The Neets Bay Bear Observatory is closed to the general public and accessible only by permit. As the exclusive permit holder, our guests enjoy a...
$414

Alaskan Halibut Fishing
This trip puts a rod in every guest’s hand and gives you a crack at whatever species catch the scent trail your guide sets up...
$476

This combination trip gives your guide the freedom to pursue the best fishing opportunities available on the day you arrive. Whether it’s highly technical salmon...
$454

Explore the breathtaking waters of Ketchikan on this intimate whale watching tour. With a small group led by knowledgeable locals, enjoy personalized service as you...
$259

Ketchikan Fishing Charter (salmon)
Ketchikan Alaska is nicknamed the “Salmon Capitol of the World” because it is! If you've dreamed about fishing these pristine waters and experiencing the thrill...
$395

Come join us on a lovely 3.6-mile roundtrip hike through an Alaska State Park into the Tongass National Forest. Enjoy a small group of up...
$258

Howdy! My name is Tim. I love to take new people exploring on the ocean to share what I love about where I live. My...
$191

Experience a 1.5-hour Misty Fjords flightseeing tour with Seawind Aviation aboard our classic DeHavilland Otter or Beaver seaplanes. Just a short flight from Ketchikan, you’ll...
$470

Traitors Cove Bear Viewing
Island Wings Air Service is owned and operated by Alaska veteran pilot Michelle Masden, who started flying in 1977 and began her business in Ketchikan...
$595

Experience a unique Ketchikan wildlife cruise that combines breathtaking scenery, Alaska wildlife, and authentic local storytelling. Departing from Clover Pass Resort aboard our comfortable enclosed...
$189

*Private Charters for group sizes from 2-6 *Transparent Pricing, Rates are same for child to adult, pricing per angler decreases with each angler added *Captains...
$473

