Carrol Creek
Located on Revillagigedo Island near Ketchikan, Carroll Creek winds quietly through the heart of the Tongass National Forest — the largest temperate rainforest in North America. This pristine stream flows between towering Sitka spruce, western hemlock, and Alaska cedar, where dense moss, ferns, and lichens blanket the forest floor. The air is cool and misty year-round, carrying the scent of cedar and ocean breeze. Here, rainfall is a constant rhythm that nourishes the land, giving rise to a thriving ecosystem untouched by time. Carroll Creek captures the spirit of Southeast Alaska — wild, balanced, and full of quiet strength — a place where the forest, water, and mountains merge in seamless harmony.
The creek’s surroundings are alive with movement and sound. Salmon return each season to its clear waters, drawing bald eagles and black bears to the banks, while songbirds and waterfowl fill the forest canopy. The area serves as a vital artery of life within the Tongass, sustaining species that depend on the balance between river and rain. Though remote, the region remains deeply connected to Alaska’s culture and stewardship of nature — from small logging sites and heritage trails to sanctuaries that protect native wildlife and rainforest habitat. Walking along Carroll Creek, one feels the timeless presence of nature — a landscape shaped not by haste, but by patience, resilience, and the quiet pulse of the wild.