Airport Identifier:
U60Elevation:
5743Latitude:
45.1332431Longitude:
-115.3217789Big Creek was a popular destination for pilots seeking food and lodging until the lodge burned in 2008. Big Creek lodge in Idaho back country has risen from the ashes and is now open to visitors as of Aug 2018. To make reservations to stay at this beautiful lodge go to bigcreeklodgeidaho.com
The well-kept, state airstrip continues to be used by those who have cabins in the area and by others who want to camp in the adjacent campground at the south end of the airstrip. Potable water, fire rings, tables and a vaulted toilet are available at the campground.
AIRPORT SPOTLIGHT (courtesy of Dan Conner the Idaho Division of Aeronautics)
Big Creek Tie Downs hopefully coming late summer. Click on link for more information: Big Cr Tie-down project.jpg
Airstrip Features:
Camping
Potable Water
Showers
Windsock
Segmented Circle
Classification:
Developed Classification
Airstrips have basic navigational aids and some additional services such as restrooms or camping facilities. May have road access to nearby attractions. Typically located in areas of high use, often in remote settings but maybe accessed by improved roads.
Primary Runway:
19Length:
3550Type:
Live Webcams:
Weather Report:
Stuck 'N Stay Emergency Accommodations
IAA Member Hosts
Member Name
Mike Hart
Airstrip Manager:Dan Conner |
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District:#7 McCall/Central |
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District Director:Dave Irvin |
Observation Date: July 16, 2022
On both takeoff and landing, we noticed the strip was rougher than in previous years.