Coal Creek Airport

Yukon Charley Rivers, US 🇺🇸 Small Airport

ICAO

L20

IATA

-

Elevation

850 ft

Region

US-AK

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Airport Information

GPS Code: L20

Local Code: L20

Location: 65.311302° N, -143.134995° E

Continent: North America

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Traveler experiences at Coal Creek Airport (L20) in Yukon Charley Rivers, US, are primarily shaped by its role as a remote, unattended backcountry airstrip within the Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve. There are no traditional commercial traveler reviews, but rather pilot reports and descriptions of access to a pristine wilderness area. Overall sentiment highlights the airport as a challenging but essential gateway for those seeking rugged Alaskan adventures and historical exploration.

What Travelers Love
  • Direct Wilderness Access: Serves as a crucial entry point for visitors to the Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve, enabling remote adventures such as rafting, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
  • Historic Mining Camp: Provides access to the Coal Creek mining camp, allowing visitors to explore a restored historic site within the preserve.
  • Authentic Bush Flying Experience: Offers a genuine Alaskan bush plane experience, appealing to pilots seeking challenging conditions and remote landings.
Common Complaints
  • Extremely Rough Runway: The gravel runway is in poor condition, described as "very rough" with rocks up to 6 inches.
  • Hazardous and Limited Parking: Aircraft parking is limited and features large rocks up to 18 inches in the ramp and parking areas.
  • No Maintenance or Monitoring: The runway is not maintained during winter and early spring, and its condition is unmonitored, necessitating a visual inspection by pilots before use.
  • Absence of Facilities and Services: The airport is entirely unattended with no amenities, fuel, or traditional terminal facilities.
  • Challenging Environmental Factors: Pilots contend with erratic winds and a location in a valley with rapidly rising terrain, adding complexity to operations.
  • Runway Obstructions: There are 8-foot high dredge tailings along both sides of the runway and a road with potential for vehicles and pedestrians along the east edge.

Coal Creek Airport (L20) is ideal for experienced backcountry pilots and adventurers fully prepared for a self-sufficient journey into a remote Alaskan wilderness, prioritizing access to natural and historical sites over comfort and conventional airport services.

Last updated: 60 days ago

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