Children's Room at Gateway Recreation Center
Ketchikan, AK
Supervised weekday play room inside Ketchikan's Gateway Recreation Center for ages 2-6, with soft play, pretend-play toys, and easy drop-in visits.
Main play room with small climbers, toy houses, and space for free play.
Photo 1 of 2. Main play room with small climbers, toy houses, and space for free play.
Editorial notes
What stands out
Best thought of as a supervised child-watch room rather than a large indoor playground. It works well for toddlers and preschoolers who want a simple, low-key morning play stop.
Good fit
- Toddlers and preschoolers ages 2-6
- Short weekday morning outings
- Families who want a smaller, calmer indoor play room
- Parents already using Gateway Recreation Center
Consider another option if
- Older elementary kids looking for big equipment
- Families wanting weekend hours
- Anyone expecting a large destination-style indoor playground
- Parents who need to leave the building during care
Know Before You Go
- Supervision
- The room is monitored by an attendant during open hours, with a posted maximum ratio of 10 children to 1 supervising adult.
- Supervision model
- Mixed model
What to Expect
For kids
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Toddler area
- Soft play
- Climbing structure
- Open play
For caregivers
- Mixed model
- Visit type
- Short weekday morning stop or child watch add on to a rec center visit
Read more about this location
The Children's Room at Gateway Recreation Center is a small, staff-monitored indoor play room inside Ketchikan's borough recreation complex. During weekday morning open hours, children ages 2-6 can play with a little climber, toy houses, floor toys, and a foam play area. It is especially practical for families who want a weatherproof play stop or for parents using the rec center while remaining in the building. This is not a huge destination playground; expect a calmer, smaller-scale setup that fits toddlers and younger preschoolers best. The room is also available to rent during off-hours for parties and other private gatherings.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
Check posted weekly hours
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| Monday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Drop In | $5 per visit |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Accessibility
Published Limitations
The public listing does not describe room-specific ADA features, adaptive equipment, or sensory accommodations, so families with specific access needs should call ahead.
Location
601 Schoenbar Road
Ketchikan, AK, 99901
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Sources & Updates
Source-checked Apr 4, 2026 against 5 public sources
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- Last check on record
- Apr 4, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 5 public sources
Public sources
Checked: official description, hours, address, phone, official venue images
Checked: drop-in pricing, membership availability
Checked: Children's Room rental availability, rental pricing, booking by phone
Checked: ages 2-6 guidance, sign-in and sign-out rules, parent must remain in building, 10:1 supervision ratio, diaper policy, food and illness rules
- Ketchikan Parks & Recreation Instagraminstagram.com
Checked: official social profile
What changed
Filled the street address, postal code, and official department email.
Replaced the main image with an official venue photo and added official gallery images.
Expanded planning, pricing, supervision, and rental details from borough facility, pricing, rental, and facility rules pages.