Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 15h 43m 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 Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base
This is a list of airports in British Columbia. It includes all Nav Canada certified and registered water and land airports, aerodromes and heliports in the Canadian province of British Columbia. Airport names in italics are part of the National Airports System.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| A1 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| T618 AIRWAY | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TA | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| SOUTH VANCOUVER ISLAND, BC CAE | Class B | Controlled | 12500 ft MSL | 18000 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 9500 ft MSL | 12500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 6500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 4500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 2500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 6500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TCA | Class C | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| T618 AIRWAY | Class E | Controlled | 2200 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
| VANCOUVER, BC TA | Class E | Controlled | 700 ft GND | 12500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Canada airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base located?
Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Canada, at an elevation of 380 ft (116 m).
What time zone is Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base in?
Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base is in the America/Vancouver time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base is approximately 15.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base is Duncan Airport (DUQ), about 7.9 nm to the nnw, followed by Victoria International Airport and Michell Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Shawnigan Lake Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.