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Pedal quietly through Southeast Alaska’s lush Tongass National Forest on an electric bike before stepping onto a trail beside a salmon spawning stream. This combined bike and hike tour delivers rainforest waterfalls, coastal wildlife sightings, and locally inspired snacks—all easily accessible from Ketchikan’s cruise docks.
Pedal quietly through Southeast Alaska’s lush Tongass National Forest on an electric bike before stepping onto a trail beside a salmon spawning stream. This combined bike and hike tour delivers rainforest waterfalls, coastal wildlife sightings, and locally inspired snacks—all easily accessible from Ketchikan’s cruise docks.
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Operated by Ketchikan Kayak Company · Ketchikan, Alaska
Mornings in Ketchikan bring a moist hush, the air thick with cedar and spruce as the Tongass National Forest calls just beyond the fringe of town. Here, the original electric bike tour in Southeast Alaska swings you deep into wilderness via the famously quiet “road to nowhere.” On this four-hour trip, cyclists glide past glassy inlets and moss-heavy trees, the hum of pedal-assist electric bikes easing up gentle grades toward a trailhead where forest and stream stake their claim.
moderate.
4 hours.
Suitable for travelers with moderate fitness who can comfortably bike 5 miles and hike 2 miles on uneven terrain.
No, they pedal like regular bikes with an option to add pedal-assist for easier riding, suitable for beginners.
Yes, the trail is well-maintained with a gentle elevation gain, making it suitable for families and those with moderate mobility.
Common sights include black bears near salmon streams, harbor seals along the coast, and various intertidal creatures.
Yes, excellent rain gear is provided to keep participants dry during wet weather.
Roundtrip transportation from downtown cruise docks and Ward Cove is included.
The standard tour lasts about four hours, combining biking and hiking segments without an option for shorter trips.
The Tongass National Forest is a critical habitat shaped by glacial history and home to indigenous cultures for thousands of years.
The tour uses hydrocharged e-bikes to minimize ecological impact, supporting sustainable access to sensitive rainforest areas.
Ketchikan Kayak Company operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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