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Runway
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Frequency
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Procedures
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
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 16 / 34 | 1,200 ft | 25 ft | TURF-DIRT | - | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | LOWER LOON CREEK | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- PROVIDED VFR OPS.
- ARPT LCTD ON A PLATEAU 50 FT TO 75 FT ABOVE THE RIVER.
- RY NOT MARKED.
- RECOMMEND LAND RY 16; DEPART RY 34 WHEN WIND CONDITIONS ALLOW.
- NO WINTER MAINT.
- STOCK AND BIG GAME ANIMALS INVOF RY.
- RODENT ACTIVITY ADJACENT BOTH SIDES OF RY.
- LCTD IN NARROW WINDING RIVER CANYON.
- FOR CD CTC SALT LAKE ARTCC AT 801-320-2568.
- 1 SET OF TIE DOWNS
Nearby airports & facilities
KC53
LOWER LOON CREEK
CHALLIS — <1 nm
0U3
MAHONEY CREEK USFS
MAHONEY CREEK — 6 nm
K0U3
Mahoney Creek USFS Airport
Challis — 6 nm
D47
COUGAR RANCH
CHALLIS — 6 nm
D47
COUGAR RANCH
CHALLIS — 6 nm
ID8
MARBLE CREEK
CHALLIS — 8 nm
ID8
MARBLE CREEK
CHALLIS — 8 nm
2U8
Thomas Creek Airport
Stanley — 10 nm
2U8
THOMAS CREEK
STANLEY — 10 nm
12ID
FLYING B RANCH LANDING STRIP
SALMON — 10 nm
12ID
FLYING B RANCH LANDING STRIP
SALMON — 10 nm
U54
BERNARD USFS
BERNARD — 11 nm
Nearest airports
- KC53 — LOWER LOON CREEK
CHALLIS
- 0U3 — MAHONEY CREEK USFS
MAHONEY CREEK
- K0U3 — Mahoney Creek USFS Airport
Challis
- D47 — COUGAR RANCH
CHALLIS
- D47 — COUGAR RANCH
CHALLIS
Idaho airports
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.
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 is the longest runway at C53?
The longest runway at LOWER LOON CREEK is 1,200 feet long.
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?
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