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Experience Ketchikan like never before on a private e-bike and hike tour through the Tongass National Forest, ending with smoked salmon at Clover Pass Resort. Explore Alaska’s spectacular wilderness with ease and comfort!
Experience Ketchikan like never before on a private e-bike and hike tour through the Tongass National Forest, ending with smoked salmon at Clover Pass Resort. Explore Alaska’s spectacular wilderness with ease and comfort!
Book with Ketchikan Kayak Company
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Discover the perfect blend of excitement and natural beauty with the E-Bike & Hike experience offered by Ketchikan Kayak Company. Ride an electric bike through breathtaking scenery en route to the edge of the ancient Tongass National Forest, the largest temperate rainforest in the world. This unique tour combines smooth e-bike trails with a guided hike through dense rainforest landscapes featuring towering trees, cascading waterfalls, and serene beach vistas. Along the way, your knowledgeable guide will share stories about the local ecology and Indigenous culture, enriching your outdoor adventure. The hike culminates at Clover Pass Resort, where you’ll enjoy succulent smoked salmon, a true Alaskan delicacy, amid stunning coastal surroundings. Perfect for adventurers looking to explore Ketchikan’s wilderness without foregoing comfort, this private experience promises a memorable mix of adrenaline and relaxation. Whether you’re a nature lover, an outdoor enthusiast, or simply seeking an unforgettable way to explore Alaska’s wild side, this trip offers something special for everyone.
moderate.
4–5 hours.
Participants should have a moderate fitness level capable of riding an e-bike for several miles and hiking uneven forest trails.
No prior biking experience is needed; the e-bikes provide pedal assistance making the ride accessible even for beginners.
We recommend wearing waterproof and breathable layers, sturdy hiking shoes, and bringing insect repellent during summer months.
The smoked salmon is a highlight of the trip, but please inform us of any dietary restrictions in advance so we can accommodate your needs.
The guided hike typically lasts about 1 to 1.5 hours, covering moderate-distance trails through the rainforest.
E-bikes are provided by Ketchikan Kayak Company and are included in the tour package.
Children over 12 who are comfortable biking and hiking can participate; younger children should consult with the company prior to booking.
Ketchikan is rich in Tlingit culture, and the nearby Tongass National Forest has sustained Indigenous communities for centuries.
The tour emphasizes leaving no trace principles to protect Tongass’s delicate ecosystem and supports local conservation initiatives.
Ketchikan Kayak Company operates guided and self-guided water and land tours from Ketchikan, Alaska. The company offers a range of experiences including sea kayaking, inflatable zodiac fast boat adventures, electric bike and rainforest hikes, multi-day rentals, and waitlist opportunities for sold-out departures. Guided offerings include the Kayak Eco-Tour (2.25 hours on the water) and a longer Ketchikan Kayak Eco-Tour (4-hour tour with 2–2.5 hours paddling to Clover Pass). These island and coastal routes pass through the Tongass National Forest near Clover Pass, a noted area for Steller sea lions, seals, bald eagles, intertidal life, and occasional whales and porpoises. Guides provide gear, rain protection, round-trip transportation from downtown cruise docks and Ward Cove for select tours, and local interpretation of ecology. Fast boat options include the Zodiac Fast Boat Adventure and the Ketchikan Zodiac Adventure, both featuring inflatable zodiac vessels where guests can steer on guided routes through the Inside Passage and coastal coves. The Orca Cove Fast Boat & Sea Kayaking Tour combines boat cruising with small-group sea kayaking and wildlife viewing. The original electric bike tour leads riders to the Tongass edge followed by a guided rainforest hike along salmon streams and a waterfall, ending with smoked salmon or vegan snacks at Clover Pass Resort. Equipment, snacks, and knowledgeable guides are provided for applicable trips. The company’s offerings emphasize small groups, wildlife viewing, and access to calmer microclimates north of downtown Ketchikan. Booking options accommodate cruise schedules and offer flexible departure times to match port arrivals and needs.
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