A census-designated place in Kodiak Island Borough in the US state of Alaska, Karluk is located adjacent to the Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge in a beautiful setting overlooking the mouth of the Karluk River and Shelikof Strait. This city is a perfect entry point into the refuge where anglers can enjoy some of the best salmon fishing in Alaska. Karluk Lake offers excellent opportunity for fishing.
Kodiak National Wildlife RefugeA United State Wildlife Refuge in the Kodiak Archipelago in southwest Alaska, Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge includes Uganik Island, two-thirds of Kodiak Island, all of Ban Island in the archipelago, and the Red Peaks area of Afognak Island. This refuge boasts around 100 streams and seven major rivers. It is a home to all the five species of Pacific Ocean salmon, Dolly Varden, steelhead, and numerous other fish species. Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge is also a nestling ground for 250 species of bird. The refuge is home to six species of mammals including Kodiak brown bear, river otter, tundra vole, ermine, red fox, and little brown bat.