Lake Hood Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 14h 27m 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 Hood Seaplane Base
Lake Hood Seaplane Base is a state-owned seaplane base located 3 nautical miles (5.6 km) southwest of the central business district of Anchorage in the U.S. state of Alaska. The Lake Hood Strip is a gravel runway located adjacent to the seaplane base. The gravel strip airport's previous code of has been decommissioned and combined with as another landing surface.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PALHNOTAMs
PALHReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E / W | 4,541 ft / 1,384 m | 188 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
| S / N | 1,930 ft / 588 m | 200 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
| SE / NW | 1,370 ft / 418 m | 150 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Showing 1 of 1 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANCHORAGE CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1400 ft MSL | 4100 ft MSL |
| ANCHORAGE CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4100 ft MSL |
| ANCHORAGE LAKE HOOD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 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 | 361 ft | 135 ft | — |
| Point MacKenzie | 236 ft | 154 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 180 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 180 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 207 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 177 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 0 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 167 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lake Hood Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Lake Hood Seaplane Base?
The ICAO code for Lake Hood Seaplane Base is PALH.
Where is Lake Hood Seaplane Base located?
Lake Hood Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Anchorage, United States, at an elevation of 71 ft (22 m).
How many runways does Lake Hood Seaplane Base have?
Lake Hood Seaplane Base has 3 runways, the longest being 4,541 ft / 1,384 m.
What time zone is Lake Hood Seaplane Base in?
Lake Hood Seaplane Base is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lake Hood Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lake Hood Seaplane Base is approximately 14.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lake Hood Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to Lake Hood Seaplane Base is Lake Hood Airport (Z41), about 0.4 nm to the nne, followed by Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport and Merrill Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lake Hood Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.