EXPLANATION OF PLATE L. 
Karluk Head, or Cape Karliik, is one of the most striking headlands on the island of Kadiak 
because ot its steep slope and the deep notch in its summit, by means of which its identification from 
sea is easy and certain. It is situated about one-half mile southwest of the mouth of Karluk River and 
has an elevation of about 1,000 feet. This cape, the highest part of a short spur, diminishes in height 
somew^hat rapidly inland, and is separated from the Karluk River range by a low, level plateau, which, 
in the rainy season, carries on its surface an extensive shallow lake. The crescent-shaped beach limit- 
ing this plateau is made up of coarse pebbles and sand, and is a favorite seining ground for salmon. 
