Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base
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About Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base
Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Wasilla, United States. It sits at an elevation of 300 ft (91 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,000 ft / 1,219 m. It observes America/Anchorage local time. The nearest airport is Yuknis Airport (23AK), about 0.3 nm to the se.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 4,000 ft / 1,219 m | 800 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 348 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base located?
Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Wasilla, United States, at an elevation of 300 ft (91 m).
How many runways does Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base have?
Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 4,000 ft / 1,219 m.
What time zone is Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base in?
Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base is approximately 14.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base is Yuknis Airport (23AK), about 0.3 nm to the se, followed by Stro's Airport and Gattis Strip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Cottonwood Lake Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.