Lake Hood Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 18h 23m 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 Airport
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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 2,200 ft / 671 m | 75 ft | Gravel-g | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(5)
| 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 |
| ANCHORAGE MERRILL FIELD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| ANCHORAGE MERRILL FIELD CLASS E2 | Class E | 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 Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Hood Airport located?
Lake Hood Airport is small airport located in Anchorage, United States, at an elevation of 73 ft (22 m).
How many runways does Lake Hood Airport have?
Lake Hood Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,200 ft / 671 m.
What time zone is Lake Hood Airport in?
Lake Hood Airport is in the America/Anchorage time zone (UTC-08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lake Hood Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lake Hood Airport 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 Airport?
The nearest airport to Lake Hood Airport is Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC), about 0.9 nm to the wsw, followed by Merrill Field and Sleepers Strip Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lake Hood Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.