Eagles Nest Seaplane Base
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About Eagles Nest Seaplane Base
Eagles Nest Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Tower, United States. It sits at an elevation of 1,490 ft (454 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 5,000 ft / 1,524 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Tower Municipal Airport (K12D), about 7.5 nm to the w.
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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17W / 35W | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 600 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
| 08W / 26W | 3,000 ft / 914 m | 400 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SNOOPY WEST BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 6000 ft MSL | FL180 |
| P204 | Special use | Prohibited | GND | 4000 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 Eagles Nest Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Eagles Nest Seaplane Base located?
Eagles Nest Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Tower, United States, at an elevation of 1,490 ft (454 m).
How many runways does Eagles Nest Seaplane Base have?
Eagles Nest Seaplane Base has 2 runways, the longest being 5,000 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Eagles Nest Seaplane Base in?
Eagles Nest Seaplane Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Eagles Nest Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Eagles Nest Seaplane Base is approximately 1.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Eagles Nest Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Eagles Nest Seaplane Base is Tower Municipal Airport (K12D), about 7.5 nm to the w, followed by Ely Municipal Airport and Cook Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Eagles Nest Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.