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Which side of the plane to sit from Larsen Bay Airport (Larsen Bay) to Karluk Airport (Karluk)?

Our Recommendation
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Right Side of the Plane

While both sides offer stunning views of Kodiak Island's rugged terrain, the right side provides a more diverse panorama featuring the dramatic Shelikof Strait and the distant volcanic peaks of the Alaska mainland.

Right Side Highlights
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Mainland Volcanoes

On clear days, view the massive snow-capped peaks of Katmai National Park across the water.

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Shelikof Strait

The expansive and often turbulent waters separating Kodiak Island from the Alaskan Peninsula.

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Harvester Island

A historic and scenic island located near the entrance of Uyak Bay.

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Karluk River Delta

The winding approach to the Karluk River, world-famous for its massive salmon runs.

Keep a keen eye on the coastline for sea lions and whales in the Shelikof Strait. Polarized sunglasses are highly recommended to cut the glare from the water and see the coastal reef structures clearly.

Left Side Highlights
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Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge

Aerial perspective of the untouched wilderness and jagged mountain ridges of the island interior.

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Glacial Alpine Lakes

High-altitude turquoise lakes nestled in the basins of the central mountain range.

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Wildlife Corridors

Vast green valleys where Kodiak brown bears are frequently spotted near salmon-bearing streams.

Look toward the southern horizons for the deep inland fjords. Morning flights provide the best lighting for photography as the sun illuminates the eastern slopes of the mountain ridges.

Top Activities in Karluk
Route Information

Distance: 28 km (17 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 3 min

Departure: KLN (57.5350990295, -153.977996826)

Arrival: KYK (57.5671005249, -154.449996948)

Route Type: Domestic

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