Tour Prince of Wales Island
Located across the Tongass Narrows from Ketchikan is Prince of
Wales Island, third largest island in the U.S. and part of the
Tongass National Forest. It is accessible by a short ferry or plane
ride.
P.W.I. is a Popular Fishing Destination with many good
trout and salmon streams.
In 1987, a major network of miles of underground
limestone caves was discovered on the
island. The US Forest Service is currently conducting annual expeditions
to explore and chart these caves, two of which have been opened to the
public. This honeycomb network is wet, cold and challenging.
- El Capitan Cave Daily two hour public treks
- Cavern Lake Cave Daily public treks
For more info see the
MainTour World Caving Explorer or contact the local ranger station:
Thorne Bay Ranger District 828-3304
1312 USFS Dr., Thorne Bay, AK 99919
Tour Special Events
- Celebration of the Sea [Early May]
Arts, music, and community events
- King Salmon Derby [Late May] 225-3184
This event has been running for fifty years.
- Timber Carnival [July 4th]
Parade, Lumberjack contests, more at Front Street and City Park
- Blueberry Arts Festival [2nd Sun-Aug] 225-2211
Music, food, crafts
- Winter Arts Faire [1st Sat after Thanksgiving] 225-2211
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