• Tongass National Forest - Join us for an awe-inspiring 5.5-mile roundtrip hike with a small group of no more than 7 guests! This tour is guided by the owner and operator, Tongass Teague. Enjoy the opportunity to connect with him, fellow hikers, and the breathtaking wilderness of Southeast Alaska. Learn about practicing mindfulness during the hike and in your daily life! Discover ways to protect our ancient forests!

Hike along an improved gravel trail beside a forested lake at the base of a mountain, with plenty of photo opportunities. The second mile features a more natural path with gravel, large rocks, and roots as you climb through an old-growth rainforest showcasing magnificent Sitka spruce and western hemlock trees.

At an elevation of 1100 feet, you’ll reach the base of an avalanche chute. The next 3/4 mile climbs an additional 550 feet to an alpine overlook at 1650 feet, our final destination. Be one of only two tours per day permitted on this treasured trail.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Trekking poles, backpacks, and binoculars

• On-board restrooms
• On-board WiFi

This extended tour is one of the few guided mountain hikes available in Ketchikan. While we can’t reach the mountain’s summit, we do ascend approximately 1100 feet, culminating at an elevation of 1600 feet where the improved trail ends. Here, you’ll be greeted with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, the lake, and Tongass Narrows below. This tour is offered just once daily.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.