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Misty Fjords National Monument
Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary
Southeast Alaska Discovery Center
Totem Bight State Historical Park
Tongass National Forest
Deer Mountain Trail
Potlatch Totem Park
Creek Street
Saxman Native Village
Dolly's House Museum
Ketchikan Rainbird Trai
Tongass Historical Museum
Chief Johnson Totem Pole
Salmon Market
Rotary Beach
Scanlon Gallery Arctic Spirit
Knudson Cove Marina
Main Street Gallery (Ketchikan Area Arts and Humanities)
Guard Island Lighthouse
Ketchikan Kayak Co.
Bering Sea Crab Fishermen's Tour
George Inlet Crab Feast
Alaska Fish House
Ketchikan is one of the most beautiful Alaskan cities you can visit. It is rich in natural beauty as it’s nestled against the Inside Passage. Everything from the snowcapped mountains to the glacier-carved wilderness will make it seem as if it’s an image off a postcard. Adventure-seekers will love all the wilderness and wildlife they’ll come across in the gorgeous city - it’s famous for kayaking, hiking, and various other outdoor activities.
Events:
- Blueberry Arts Festival - Ketchikan, Every August
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Ketchikan, Alaska Weather by Month:
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Precip. (in) | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35 | 25 | 6.0 | Cold & Rainy |
| February | 38 | 28 | 5.5 | Cold & Rainy |
| March | 42 | 32 | 5.0 | Cold & Rainy |
| April | 48 | 38 | 4.5 | Cool & Rainy |
| May | 55 | 45 | 4.0 | Cool & Rainy |
| June | 60 | 50 | 3.5 | Mild & Rainy |
| July | 65 | 55 | 3.0 | Mild & Rainy |
| August | 62 | 52 | 3.5 | Mild & Rainy |
| September | 55 | 45 | 4.0 | Cool & Rainy |
| October | 48 | 38 | 5.0 | Cold & Rainy |
| November | 40 | 30 | 5.5 | Cold & Rainy |
| December | 35 | 25 | 6.0 | Cold & Rainy |
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