Fish Creek Company

Fish Creek Company Fish Creek Company is a locally owned and operated retail store located on a Salmon Spawning Creek l
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We offer many Made In Alaska products and feature local artists. Our specialty is Native Alaska Jewelry, Alaskan Art, Woolly Mammoth Ivory Jewelry and Carvings. Fish Creek Company features artist such as Gene Chilton, Sue Coccia, Israel Shotridge, David Boxley, Hamilton Gelhar, Andy Everson and many more.

08/11/2026

🐻🐟 SALMON EGGS = BEAR SUPERFOOD!

Ever wonder why bears go absolutely nuts for salmon season? It’s not just the fish—they’re after the eggs! 🥚🐟

A single salmon can carry thousands of eggs, packed with fats, proteins, and nutrients. Bears will often target the nutrient-rich parts of the salmon, including the eggs, helping them load up on energy before winter.

And here in Ketchikan, the salmon run turns the creek into an all-you-can-eat buffet. 🐻🍽️

The coolest part? Bears aren’t just eating salmon—they’re helping feed the forest. Salmon remains and nutrients get scattered throughout the Tongass, connecting the ocean to the rainforest in one incredible cycle. 🌲🌊

Salmon feed the bears.
Bears feed the forest.
And the whole ecosystem comes full circle.

Welcome to salmon season on Creek Street! 🐻🐟🌲

08/08/2026

🚢 Stepping off your cruise ship in Ketchikan? Creek Street is RIGHT THERE.

One of the best things about visiting Ketchikan is that you don’t have to spend your whole day getting somewhere—you can walk straight from the cruise ship docks into the heart of town. From the downtown berths, Creek Street is only about a 5–10 minute walk.

And once you get there… there’s a LOT to see.

📸 Get the iconic Creek Street photo
🛍️ Explore the shops, galleries and local businesses
🏚️ Check out historic buildings and learn about Creek Street’s wild past
👀 Visit Dolly’s House
🐟 Watch salmon swimming through Ketchikan Creek during the run
🦅 Keep your eyes open for bald eagles and other wildlife
🐻 And, if you’re lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of a black bear!
🌲 Follow the creek toward the salmon ladder and rainforest
🥾 Explore the trails beyond Creek Street
🍽️ Grab something to eat or drink
📚 Dive into Ketchikan’s history and Native culture nearby

And the best part?

You can experience all of this without renting a car or booking an excursion.

Just walk off the ship, follow the waterfront, and head toward Creek Street.

This is Ketchikan—where the cruise ship, historic downtown, rainforest, wildlife, shopping and one seriously cool creek are all packed into one unforgettable walk.

Welcome to Creek Street. 🐻🐟🌲🚢

08/06/2026

The black bear isn’t just a symbol of the Tongass—it’s woven into the cultural traditions of the Tlingit people.

In Tlingit culture, clan identity is passed down through the mother. This matrilineal system means your clan comes from your mother’s side, and many stories, crests, and responsibilities are carried through generations of women.

The bear holds a special place in many Tlingit traditions, representing strength, intelligence, protection, and a deep connection to the land. Stories of Bear Mother remind us of the respect that exists between people and wildlife, teaching that bears are more than animals—they are relatives deserving of honor.

Standing along Ketchikan Creek, where black bears return each summer to feed on spawning salmon, it’s easy to see why these incredible animals have inspired generations of stories.

When you visit, remember: you’re not just watching wildlife. You’re witnessing a place where culture, history, and nature have been connected for thousands of years.

08/05/2026

🎥 ⚠️ WARNING: This video is NOT AI.

What you’re seeing is 100% real.

Every August, thousands of Pacific salmon return to Ketchikan Creek after years in the ocean, fighting upstream to spawn exactly where their lives began.

But their journey doesn’t just create an incredible wildlife spectacle—it feeds an entire ecosystem.

After spawning, the salmon die, and their nutrients are carried deep into the Tongass National Forest by bears, eagles, ravens, and other wildlife. Those ocean nutrients fertilize the rainforest surrounding Creek Street, helping nourish one of the most productive temperate rainforests on Earth.

This is one of the few places where you can stand on a historic boardwalk, watch spawning salmon below your feet, spot black bears and bald eagles nearby, and witness nature’s cycle unfolding in real time.

No CGI.
No filters.
No AI.

Just wild Alaska doing what it’s done for thousands of years.

📍Creek Street, Ketchikan, Alaska — where the rainforest is fed by the sea.

08/02/2026

🎥 FREE TOUR? Yep… and it might be the best one in Alaska.

No tickets. No reservations. Just walk onto historic Creek Street and let nature do the rest.

🐻 Watch black bears fishing for salmon.
🦅 Spot bald eagles soaring overhead or waiting for an easy meal.
🐟 See thousands of spawning salmon powering their way upstream.

Then take a step back in time. Stroll the famous boardwalk built over Ketchikan Creek, explore the colorful history of this National Historic District, and discover the stories that made Creek Street one of Alaska’s most iconic destinations.

When you’re done wildlife watching, skip the chain stores and explore the locally owned shops, galleries, cafés, and businesses that give Creek Street its unique character. Every purchase helps support the people who keep this historic district thriving.

Nature. History. Local shopping.

All in one unforgettable walk—and the best part? It’s completely free.
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08/01/2026

🐻🍽️ August Special at Creek Street: All-You-Can-Eat Salmon Buffet!

The black bears have officially announced their favorite time of year. The menu? Fresh, wild spawning salmon—served breakfast, lunch, and dinner, straight from Ketchikan Creek.

No reservations. No tipping. No waiting in line. Just perfect timing and a good fishing spot.

If you’re visiting Creek Street this August, you’ll have a front-row seat to one of Alaska’s most incredible wildlife spectacles as bears feast on the annual salmon run. Just remember: they’re here for the fish, not the tourists—so give them plenty of space and enjoy the show from a safe distance.

Welcome to the only restaurant in town where the customers catch their own meals! 🐟🐻🌲

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07/29/2026

There are few places where photographing bald eagles is this easy. Along Creek Street, eagles gather over Ketchikan Creek during the salmon run, diving down to catch fresh salmon right in front of spectators.

If you’re hoping to capture those incredible moments, bring a telephoto lens. A lens in the 100–400mm, 150–600mm, or similar range will let you fill the frame while giving the birds plenty of space. Not only is it safer and more respectful to the wildlife, but you’ll also capture amazing details—from piercing yellow eyes to powerful wings and the splash of a fresh salmon.

Whether you’re an experienced wildlife photographer or just visiting with a camera, Creek Street offers one of Alaska’s best opportunities to photograph bald eagles in their natural habitat. Every trip can bring a different moment you won’t forget.

📍Creek Street • Ketchikan, Alaska
🦅 Bring your camera, a telephoto lens, and your patience—the perfect shot could happen at any second.

07/28/2026

When the salmon run, the real stars of Ketchikan come out. 🐻🐟

From the boardwalks of Creek Street, you can watch wild black bears fishing for salmon in Ketchikan Creek—one of the few places where an unforgettable wildlife encounter is just steps from downtown.

Surrounded by the towering Tongass National Forest, the world’s largest temperate rainforest, this is Alaska at its most authentic. Eagles soar overhead, salmon fill the creek, and bears do what they’ve done here for thousands of years.

No zoo. No fences. Just nature, unfolding right before your eyes.

📍Creek Street, Ketchikan, Alaska — where the rainforest meets the salmon, and the bears steal the show.

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Ketchikan, AK
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