St. Joseph River Seaplane Base
Daylight today(Sep 7, 2026, local time)
About 12h 52m 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 St. Joseph River Seaplane Base
St. Joseph River Seaplane Base is a seaplane base in Elkhart, United States. It sits at an elevation of 750 ft (229 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,675 ft / 815 m. It observes America/Indiana/Indianapolis local time. The nearest airport is Elkhart Municipal Airport (EKI), about 3.2 nm to the wnw.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10W / 28W | 2,675 ft / 815 m | 100 ft | Water | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELKHART CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3300 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 | — | 801 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 817 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 748 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 764 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from St. Joseph River Seaplane Base.
Frequently asked questions
Where is St. Joseph River Seaplane Base located?
St. Joseph River Seaplane Base is seaplane base located in Elkhart, United States, at an elevation of 750 ft (229 m).
How many runways does St. Joseph River Seaplane Base have?
St. Joseph River Seaplane Base has 1 runway, the longest being 2,675 ft / 815 m.
What time zone is St. Joseph River Seaplane Base in?
St. Joseph River Seaplane Base is in the America/Indiana/Indianapolis time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at St. Joseph River Seaplane Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at St. Joseph River Seaplane Base is approximately 5.4° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near St. Joseph River Seaplane Base?
The nearest airport to St. Joseph River Seaplane Base is Elkhart Municipal Airport (EKI), about 3.2 nm to the wnw, followed by Mishawaka Pilots Club Airport and Foos Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. St. Joseph River Seaplane Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.