Airport
Great Bear Lake Airport (DAS)
Great Bear Lake Airport is a remote private aerodrome on the Dease Arm of Great Bear Lake in Canada's Northwest Territories, serving Plummers Great Bear Lake Lodge. Most travellers connect through Yellowknife and continue by charter flight to the lodge and the surrounding wilderness fishing area.
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About Great Bear Lake Airport
Great Bear Lake Airport is a private aerodrome serving the Dease Arm area of Great Bear Lake in Canada's Northwest Territories. It is operated as part of Plummers Great Bear Lake Lodge and mainly supports fly-in fishing trips and lodge guests, with access restricted by prior permission.
Located roughly 535 km northwest of Yellowknife, the aerodrome sits at an elevation of about 551 ft and has a single gravel runway, 10/28, measuring approximately 5,197 ft by 100 ft. The site has no public road connection, so it is used primarily for charter and general aviation flights.
Most travellers reach the area by flying into Yellowknife and continuing on a charter flight of around 80–90 minutes to the private airstrip. Lodge staff meet arriving guests and arrange transfers to the lodge and surrounding fishing destinations on the lake.
The airport is a seasonal wilderness gateway rather than a commercial hub. Its modest infrastructure, remote setting and lodge-based operations make it practical for anglers and small groups travelling to Great Bear Lake, but travellers should plan connections and permissions in advance.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Great Bear Lake Airport is a small private aerodrome with a single gravel runway and no conventional passenger terminal. Arrivals and departures are coordinated through the lodge's air operations area rather than a public terminal building.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Great Bear Lake Airport
Transfers
Book transfers from Great Bear Lake Airport to Plummers Great Bear Lake Lodge and other points around the Dease Arm after your charter flight arrives.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a private chauffeur by the hour for flexible lodge transfers, fishing outings or business travel in the Great Bear Lake area.
Car Rental
Rent a vehicle in Yellowknife before your charter flight if you need independent travel, as Great Bear Lake Airport has no road connection or on-site car rental.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize charter aircraft or shuttle arrangements for fishing parties, corporate groups and lodge guests travelling to and from Great Bear Lake Airport.
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