Ketchikan SUV Backcountry Tours with Tongass Teague LLC

Ketchikan, Alaska, sits amidst the vast Tongass National Forest—the largest temperate rainforest in the world, spanning nearly 17 million acres across Southeast Alaska. This region is defined by its dense stands of Sitka spruce and western hemlock, frequent misty fjords, salmon-rich rivers, and rugged coastline carved by glaciers. Tongass Teague LLC offers a distinct window into this extraordinary environment through their custom SUV tours, providing an authentic backcountry adventure tailored to the demands and rhythms of the Alaskan wilderness.

Operating out of Ketchikan, the “Salmon Capital of the World,” Tongass Teague’s tours venture deep into remote forest corridors and along gravel logging roads that few commercial outfits can access. The company’s specialized vehicle experience makes it possible to cover ground quickly yet thoughtfully, stopping to inspect ancient tree groves, hidden waterfalls cascading beneath moss-covered boughs, and wildlife habitats where bald eagles and black bears reign. Drivers skilled in off-road handling navigate the challenges of muddy, uneven terrain, elevating these journeys well beyond the typical city-bound excursions.

What sets Tongass Teague apart is their commitment to an immersive, small-group experience that honors the natural rhythms of the land. Their custom tours allow guests to engage with the local ecology on their own terms—pausing to photograph a spawning salmon or to hike a short trail through fern-laden understory. The proximity to Ketchikan means access to all the town’s cultural history, including Tlingit heritage, evidenced by totem poles and stories woven into the landscape.

Whether seeking an afternoon escape or a deeper half-day backcountry trek, Tongass Teague’s SUV tours offer intimate connection and surprising discovery within one of Alaska’s most dynamic ecosystems. This service fills an important niche in the region’s outdoor recreation scene, serving those looking to experience Tongass National Forest beyond the cruise ship crowds.