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Things to see in Ketchikan, Alaska (United States): 9 places and when to go
Ketchikan, Alaska is a town in United States, and this site lists 9 places in and around it, mainly Nature (4), Mountains (1), Architecture (1). The best known are Deer Mountain, Guard Island Light and George Inlet. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 17 h 09 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 51. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 55.3562, -131.664
- Places
- 9 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (4) · Mountains (1) · Architecture (1) · Museums and art (1) · Temples (1) · History (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- SFO San Francisco, 2,099 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Deer Mountain, at 915 m.
What to see in Ketchikan, Alaska
The places in and around Ketchikan, Alaska, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Deer MountainMountain in Ketchikan, Alaska, United States4.4 km
- Guard Island LightLighthouse in Alaska, United States17 km
- George InletBay in Alaska, United States13 km
- Totem Heritage CenterMuseum in Ketchikan, Alaska, US2.4 km
- First Lutheran ChurchChurch building in Alaska, United States of America1.3 km
- Totem Bight State Historical ParkPark in the United States of America9.9 km
- Ward CoveBay in the U.S. state of Alaska6.5 km
- Stedman–Thomas Historic DistrictHistoric district in Alaska, United States2.4 km
- Baleen BrewingBrewery2.1 km
When to go to Ketchikan, Alaska
The best time to visit Ketchikan, Alaska is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible7:26
- FebPossible9:20
- MarBest time11:27
- AprBest time13:51
- MayBest time15:56
- JunBest time17:09
- JulBest time16:38
- AugBest time14:46
- SepBest time12:26
- OctBest time10:07
- NovPossible7:59
- DecPossible6:51
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 09 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 51. In April, 9 of the 9 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ketchikan, Alaska
The nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO, San Francisco), 2,099 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Wrangell, Alaska11 places132 km
- Sitka, Alaska10 places296 km
- Juneau, Alaska17 places370 km
- Neah Bay5 places917 km
- Friday Harbor8 places951 km
- Bellingham, Washington30 places966 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ketchikan, Alaska?
The best known: Deer Mountain, Guard Island Light, George Inlet, Totem Heritage Center, First Lutheran Church. In all, 9 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ketchikan, Alaska?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 17 h 09 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 51.
How do you get to Ketchikan, Alaska?
The nearest main airport is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 2,099 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ketchikan, Alaska as the destination and these 9 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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