Surfside Seaplane Base
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About Surfside Seaplane Base
Surfside Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Lino Lakes, United States. It sits at an elevation of 880 ft (268 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 6,500 ft / 1,981 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Surfside Airport (MN24), about 0 nm to the n.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NE / SW | 6,500 ft / 1,981 m | 1000 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
| N / S | 2,500 ft / 762 m | 500 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MINNEAPOLIS CLASS B AREA D | Class B | Controlled | 4000 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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WCCO-AM Tower | 656 ft | 860 ft | — |
| The Carlyle | 469 ft | 896 ft | — |
| 100 Washington Square | 341 ft | 965 ft | — |
| The Churchill | 315 ft | 879 ft | — |
| River Towers B | 269 ft | 860 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 981 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,001 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 978 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Surfside Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Surfside Seaplane Base located?
Surfside Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Lino Lakes, United States, at an elevation of 880 ft (268 m).
How many runways does Surfside Seaplane Base have?
Surfside Seaplane Base has 2 runways, the longest being 6,500 ft / 1,981 m.
What time zone is Surfside Seaplane Base in?
Surfside Seaplane Base is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Surfside Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Surfside Seaplane Base is approximately 0.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Surfside Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Surfside Seaplane Base is Surfside Airport (MN24), about 0 nm to the n, followed by Lino Air Park and Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Surfside Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.