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Runway
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
KM56
FAA
M56
Elevation
1,545 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
48.085, -90.750
Airport Information
Facility Type
SEAPLANE BASE
Elevation
1,545 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
MINNEAPOLIS
Coordinates
48.0854, -90.7504
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KCKC 131935Z AUTO 34011G19KT 10SM BKN055 14/01 A3005 RMK AO2
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
340° at 11 kt G19
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
14°C
Dewpoint
1°C
Altimeter
1017.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
BKN
Nearest weather from KCKC (26 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 19:35Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8W/26W | 6,000 ft | 100 ft | WAT | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | GUNFLINT LODGE |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for KM56.
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KM56 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base (KM56) is a privately owned seaplane base open to the public located in Grand Marais, Minnesota, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,545 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 48.0854°N, 90.7504°W.
Runways
Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base has 1 runway. The longest runway (8W/26W) measures 6,000 feet by 100 feet with a wat surface.
Communications & Operations
Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base, 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 Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base 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 KM56?
KM56 is the ICAO identifier for Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base, a public-use airport located in Grand Marais, Minnesota, United States.
How many runways does Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base have?
Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base (KM56) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KM56?
The field elevation of Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base is 1,545 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at KM56?
No fuel types are currently listed for Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at KM56?
The current flight category at Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at KM56?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base.
How do I access complete data for KM56?
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Where is Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base located?
Gunflint Lodge Seaplane Base (KM56) is located in Grand Marais, Minnesota, United States, at an elevation of 1,545 ft MSL.
Does KM56 have weather cameras?
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