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Experience Alaska’s wilderness with an electric bike adventure through Tongass National Forest. Encounter wildlife, explore historic trails, and enjoy scenic scenery at Ward Cove.
Experience Alaska’s wilderness with an electric bike adventure through Tongass National Forest. Encounter wildlife, explore historic trails, and enjoy scenic scenery at Ward Cove.
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by Ward Cove · Ketchikan, Alaska
easy.
3–4 hours.
Moderate fitness level recommended; good balance and stamina help.
Yes, the guided e-bike tours are family-friendly, with options for younger riders across the region.
No experience is necessary; the trails are beginner-friendly and guided by professionals.
Bring layered clothing, water, and binoculars if you wish to enhance wildlife viewing.
All bikes are electric mountain bikes designed for easy handling and assistance.
The trails are not wheelchair accessible, but alternative options are available upon request.
Trips are weather-dependent; in case of severe conditions, rescheduling is available.
The Tongass was established as a national forest in 1907, protecting the largest temperate rainforest in the world.
Tours are designed to minimize environmental impact, emphasizing Leave No Trace principles.
Ward Cove is an adventure business based in Ketchikan, Alaska, featured on The Adventure Collective. It offers outdoor experiences that showcase the Tongass National Forest and Alaska's coastal rainforest. Ward Cove's signature trips include the Talbot Lake Hike and the Rainforest E‑Bike & Nature Walk. The Talbot Lake Hike is a guided three-hour hike through the Tongass National Forest. Participants travel among towering trees, observe local wildlife, and receive interpretation about the area's ecology and history. The hike concludes at Talbot Lake with a cozy campfire, hot chocolate, and S’mores, and provides ample opportunities for landscape and wildlife photography. The Rainforest E‑Bike & Nature Walk pairs electric mountain biking with a nature stroll along a historic trail in the Tongass. Riders experience the thrill of assisted cycling, encounter diverse wildlife, and relax with a fireside snack before a scenic return ride to Ketchikan. Both experiences emphasize responsible access to the rainforest and deliver clear, activity-specific inclusions in each trip description. Trip summaries list duration, notable stops, and on-route amenities so visitors know what to expect. Located in Ketchikan, Ward Cove connects travelers to accessible wilderness within minutes of the town and offers options suited to those seeking active outdoor time in Alaska. As a business featured on The Adventure Collective, Ward Cove's offerings are presented alongside other reputable Alaska adventures, helping travelers discover authentic Tongass National Forest experiences from a Ketchikan departure point. Trip details include duration, included snacks, and photographic opportunities for memorable Alaska wilderness experiences and shore access.
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