Neighborhood
Creek Street (Ketchikan, Alaska)
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Creek Street is a lively historic boardwalk perched on wooden pilings along Ketchikan Creek. Originally the city's red-light district in the early 1900s, it has transformed into a charming collection of shops, art galleries, and eateries. Visitors can stroll the elevated walkway, explore unique boutiques, and learn about the area's colorful past through interpretive signs and preserved buildings. The creek below is famous for salmon runs, offering a glimpse of wildlife amid the historic setting.
Don't miss
- Walk the wooden boardwalk and explore independent shops and galleries.
- Watch for salmon swimming upstream in Ketchikan Creek during spawning season.
- Visit Dolly's House Museum, a preserved former brothel offering a peek into the district's history.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Creek Street (Ketchikan, Alaska)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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