Owl Canyon Gliderport
Daylight today(Jul 20, 2026, local time)
About 14h 42m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Owl Canyon Gliderport
Owl Canyon Gliderport is a small airport in Wellington, United States. It sits at an elevation of 5,545 ft (1,690 m) and has 4 runways, the longest 3,000 ft / 914 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Denver local time. The nearest airport is Evans Airport (US-8956), about 3.1 nm to the se.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01L / 19R | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 16 ft | Asph-turf | Unlit | Open |
| 01R / 19L | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 24 ft | Asph-turf | Unlit | Open |
| 15 / 33 | 2,500 ft / 762 m | 50 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 1,800 ft / 549 m | 50 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WWVB South | 400 ft | 5,184 ft | — |
| WWVB South | 400 ft | 5,171 ft | — |
| WWVB South | 400 ft | 5,190 ft | — |
| WWVB South | 400 ft | 5,174 ft | — |
| WWVB North | 400 ft | 5,197 ft | — |
| WWVB North | 400 ft | 5,184 ft | — |
| WWVB North | 400 ft | 5,177 ft | — |
| WWVB North | 400 ft | 5,194 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Owl Canyon Gliderport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Owl Canyon Gliderport located?
Owl Canyon Gliderport is small airport located in Wellington, United States, at an elevation of 5,545 ft (1,690 m).
How many runways does Owl Canyon Gliderport have?
Owl Canyon Gliderport has 4 runways, the longest being 3,000 ft / 914 m.
What time zone is Owl Canyon Gliderport in?
Owl Canyon Gliderport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Owl Canyon Gliderport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Owl Canyon Gliderport is approximately 7.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Owl Canyon Gliderport?
The nearest airport to Owl Canyon Gliderport is Evans Airport (US-8956), about 3.1 nm to the se, followed by Burnham Field and Pelican Cove Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Owl Canyon Gliderport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.