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Stuart Island Airpark

Friday Harbor, United States

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Stuart Island Airpark

Friday Harbor, United States
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Remote private airpark serving Stuart Island in the San Juans.

Location
Stuart Island, United States
Stuart Island Airpark (7WA5) is a small, private-use general aviation facility located on Stuart Island, part of the San Juan Islands archipelago in Washington State. Although it carries the IATA code SSW and is associated with the Friday Harbor area, the airstrip sits on Stuart Island itself, one of the more remote and sparsely populated islands in the region. The airpark serves primarily private pilots and small aircraft, providing air access to an island that has no ferry service and is otherwise reachable only by private boat or seaplane. The surrounding area is known for its natural beauty, wildlife, and the nearby Turn Point Lighthouse.
Getting to & from
There is no public ground transport on Stuart Island; visitors travel by private boat, kayak, or foot once they arrive.
Notable facts
  • ›Stuart Island is one of the most remote of the San Juan Islands, accessible only by private boat or small aircraft.
  • ›The airpark is designated for private use and does not serve scheduled commercial airline traffic.
  • ›The island is home to the historic Turn Point Lighthouse, a popular destination for visiting boaters and pilots.
  • ›No ferry service connects Stuart Island to the main San Juan Islands ferry system.
  • ›The runway is a short turf or gravel strip suited only for small general aviation aircraft.
Wikipedia
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A quiet island strip where the San Juan waters meet the sky

Stuart Island Airpark is a small private airstrip situated on Stuart Island in the San Juan Islands archipelago of Washington State. It serves as a remote backcountry destination primarily for general aviation pilots exploring the scenic Pacific Northwest islands. The airpark is closely tied to the island's minimal permanent population and its appeal as a wilderness getaway.

Terminals
  • Main Airstrip — A single grass or gravel strip with no formal terminal building, typical of remote island backcountry airparks.
Ground Transport
  • Private boat or kayak from nearby shores
  • Walking or hiking trails to island destinations
  • Private vehicle arrangements by island residents
Nearby Hotels
  • Roche Harbor Resort (San Juan Island)
  • Friday Harbor House (Friday Harbor)
  • Tucker House Inn (Friday Harbor)
  • Earthbox Inn & Spa (Friday Harbor)
Dining

There are no dining facilities at the airstrip itself, and Stuart Island has no commercial food services. Pilots and visitors should bring all provisions, or plan to dine at nearby Friday Harbor on San Juan Island after a short boat or flight transfer.

Traveller Tips
  • Confirm runway conditions and availability before flying in, as the strip is unattended and privately managed.
  • Tides and wind in the San Juan Islands can change quickly; file a thorough flight plan and check marine weather forecasts.
  • Bring all water, food, and emergency supplies as the island has no stores or services.
  • Coordinate arrival and departure with any planned boating or ferry connections to Friday Harbor.

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