KETCHIKAN HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Edge of Rainforest: A Custom Private Hike Through Ketchikan’s Totems, Trails and Aerial Frames
A 3-hour private, customizable hiking and photography tour of Ketchikan that visits totem parks, scenic roadside viewpoints and a selection of trails.
Edge of Rainforest: A Custom Private Hike Through Ketchikan’s Totems, Trails and Aerial Frames.
Explore Ketchikan’s coastline and temperate rainforest on a private, customizable outing that can include totem-park tours, a selection of scenic trails, roadside viewpoints and an integrated photography session using DSLRs and a drone to capture the day.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Totem Park Tour
One option on the custom itinerary is a guided tour of local totem parks, bringing you close to carved history and cultural landmarks as part of the operator’s public-access route menu.
Varied Trails and Roadside Views
The tour can be tailored to include a variety of trails and roadside viewing options, letting you choose a shorter walk or a longer trail segment depending on the group and conditions.
DSLRs, Drone and a Photographer’s Eye
Photography is a built-in option: the guide will bring DSLRs and a drone to help capture memorable frames, from close cultural details to aerial viewpoints.
What the day feels like
What the custom private tour feels like
Over roughly three hours you and your guide pick a route from a menu of permitted public-access stops — totem parks, roadside vistas and a range of trails — with photography woven through the outing so the guide can operate DSLRs and a drone to document highlights.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private tour suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The private tour runs approximately three hours.
Bring weather-appropriate outerwear and sturdy shoes; the guide will bring DSLRs and a drone for the photography portion and can assist with framing shots.
Meet at 210 Front Street, Ketchikan, AK 99901 as the tour departure point.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the custom private tour?
The tour is approximately 3 hours in duration.
Where do we meet the guide?
The meeting location is 210 Front Street, Ketchikan, AK 99901.
Is the tour suitable for children or older travelers?
The tour is offered as an all-ages experience and can be adjusted for shorter walks or roadside stops to suit different abilities.
Will photography gear be provided?
Yes — the guide will bring DSLRs and a drone and can use them during the photography portion of the tour.
Can I customize the stops on the tour?
Yes — options include totem park tours, variations of several trails, roadside viewing options and a dedicated photography tour; the route is chosen from those public-access options.
Are permits or access limits a concern?
The operator works within available permits and public access; routes are selected from permitted options and may be adjusted accordingly.