Located just a short walk from the downtown cruise docks, the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show is one of Ketchikan's most popular shore excursions. But with limited time in port, is it worth the roughly $45 ticket price?
Yes, it's worth it for families and those seeking a high-energy, easy-logistics experience. It's a raucous, 90-minute celebration of Alaska's logging history that doesn't take itself too seriously.
The show mimics a world-class lumberjack competition. You'll see professional athletes (many are collegiate competitors) square off in events like:
Ketchikan is rainy. The grandstands for the Lumberjack Show are **fully covered and heated**. This makes it the #1 rainy-day contingency in Ketchikan.
The show is loud, interactive, and fast-paced. If you are traveling with children or teens who might find a 3-hour history walk boring, this is the solution.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Ticket Cost | Approx. $45 Adults / $25 Children (Under 12) |
| Show Times | Usually 3-4 times daily (e.g., 9:00, 11:30, 2:00) |
| Duration | 90 Minutes |
| Location | 50 Main Street (Right next to Berth 2) |
Honestly? Yes. It's a staged show designed for travelers. But the skill on display is genuine, and the energy is infectious. If you are looking for deep, solemn Tlingit history, you won't find it here (head to the Totem Heritage Center instead). But if you want a reliable, fun hour and a half, the Lumberjack Show delivers.