Goose Lake Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Sep 3, 2026, local time)
About 13h 10m 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 Goose Lake Seaplane Base
Goose Lake Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Waconia, United States. It sits at an elevation of 967 ft (295 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 5,000 ft / 1,524 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Molnau Airpark (1MN5), about 5.2 nm to the ese.
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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01W / 19W | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 200 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
| 12W / 30W | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 200 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MINNEAPOLIS CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| MINNEAPOLIS CLASS B AREA J | Class B | Controlled | 6000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Goose Lake Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Goose Lake Seaplane Base located?
Goose Lake Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Waconia, United States, at an elevation of 967 ft (295 m).
How many runways does Goose Lake Seaplane Base have?
Goose Lake Seaplane Base has 2 runways, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Goose Lake Seaplane Base in?
Goose Lake Seaplane Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Goose Lake Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Goose Lake Seaplane Base is approximately 0.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Goose Lake Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Goose Lake Seaplane Base is Molnau Airpark (1MN5), about 5.2 nm to the ese, followed by Schumacher Airport and Brandt Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Goose Lake Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.