Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Oct 26, 2026, local time)
About 11h 14m 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 Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base
Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Palm Harbor, United States. It sits at an elevation of 3 ft (1 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,000 ft / 610 m. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Clearwater Air Park (CLW), about 9.1 nm to the s.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18W / 36W | 2,000 ft / 610 m | 200 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 1200 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA C | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| TAMPA CLASS B AREA D | 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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 1,535 ft | 20 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 1,473 ft | 23 ft | — |
| Highpoint Tower | 420 ft | 23 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 394 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 351 ft | 43 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 322 ft | 36 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 312 ft | 46 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 302 ft | 16 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base located?
Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Palm Harbor, United States, at an elevation of 3 ft (1 m).
How many runways does Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base have?
Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 2,000 ft / 610 m.
What time zone is Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base in?
Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base is approximately 6.1° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base is Clearwater Air Park (CLW), about 9.1 nm to the s, followed by Hidden Lake Airport and Geraci Airpark.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lake Tarpon Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.