Married Man's Trail
A short climb of stairs and path from Creek Street into the hillside, once a discreet way out for brothel customers.
By Greg Peters, editor · Updated October 2026
A short climb of stairs and path from Creek Street into the hillside, once a discreet way out for brothel customers.
Read more about its history
- Creek Street (Ketchikan, Alaska) Wikipedia
Highlights
- Tradition says Creek Street customers used it to slip away during police raids
- Included within the Creek Street Historic District listed on the National Register
- A waterfall and salmon ladder on Ketchikan Creek are seen from the route
Facts checked October 18, 2026 with en.wikipedia.org, en.wikipedia.org, mx.ava.org. Hours and prices change, so confirm before you go.
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