1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
0
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
C53
Elevation
4,200 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
44.809, -114.809
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
4,200 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
SALT LAKE CITY
Coordinates
44.8087, -114.8087
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KLLJ 211755Z AUTO 04005KT 10SM CLR 13/M04 A3010 RMK AO2 SLP160 T01281044 10133 20039 50002
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
40° at 5 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
12.8°C
Dewpoint
-4.4°C
Altimeter
1019.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Nearest weather from KLLJ (39 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-21 17:55Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 1,200 ft | 25 ft | TURF-DIRT | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | LOWER LOON CREEK |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for C53.
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C53 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
LOWER LOON CREEK (C53) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in CHALLIS, Idaho, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 4,200 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 44.8087°N, 114.8087°W.
Runways
LOWER LOON CREEK has 1 runway. The longest runway (16/34) measures 1,200 feet by 25 feet with a turf-dirt surface.
Communications & Operations
LOWER LOON CREEK is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near LOWER LOON CREEK, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at LOWER LOON CREEK is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C53?
C53 is the ICAO identifier for LOWER LOON CREEK, a public-use airport located in CHALLIS, Idaho, United States.
How many runways does LOWER LOON CREEK have?
LOWER LOON CREEK (C53) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of C53?
The field elevation of LOWER LOON CREEK is 4,200 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at C53?
No fuel types are currently listed for LOWER LOON CREEK. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at C53?
The current flight category at LOWER LOON CREEK is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at C53?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for LOWER LOON CREEK.
How do I access complete data for C53?
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Where is LOWER LOON CREEK located?
LOWER LOON CREEK (C53) is located in CHALLIS, Idaho, United States, at an elevation of 4,200 ft MSL.
Does C53 have weather cameras?
C53 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.