Perched over the Ketchikan Creek are wooden buildings suspended by lattice and salt-covered pilings. Along this boardwalk are small shops that cater to tourists and offer great views of the salmon-filled stream below. When it was part of the red light district in the early 20th century, an escape route called “Married Man’s Trail” led up the hill to the Cape Fox Lodge which is visible at the top of this photo. The hotel is now accessible by a funicular.
