Pickle Lake Airport
YPL / CYPL
Pickle Lake Airport is a remote regional airport in northern Ontario that primarily serves charter, resource industry traffic, medevac and limited scheduled services. It has a single small passenger terminal and supports operations for northern communities and fly‑in access.
Terminal Guide for Pickle Lake Airport #
Terminal Guide for Pickle Lake Airport
The facility features one small terminal building with basic check‑in, a waiting area and essential services. Boarding is by apron for most aircraft. Staffing and concessions are minimal, reflecting the airport’s role supporting remote operations rather than high volumes of scheduled tourism traffic.
Getting to and From Pickle Lake Airport #
Getting to and From Pickle Lake Airport
Ground access is by road; travel times to the nearby town are short but public transport is typically not available. Taxis, private transfers or pick‑ups by hosts are the usual options - arrange these before arrival. There is no rail link to the airfield.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Pickle Lake Airport #
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Pickle Lake Airport
Passenger facilities are basic: a small check‑in area, restrooms and limited seating. Food and retail services are absent or very limited. Wi‑Fi and charging infrastructure are unlikely; accessibility assistance should be coordinated with your carrier prior to travel.
Tips for Pickle Lake Airport #
- This is a remote northern airport with very limited services - bring essentials and warm clothing in cold seasons.
- Operations are often focused on charter and medevac flights; scheduled services can be infrequent or seasonal.
- Arrange ground transport in advance; on‑site facilities for visitors are minimal.
Weather & Climate near Pickle Lake Airport #
Pickle Lake Airport's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -26°C to 22°C. Moderate rainfall (743 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -27° - -15° | -29° | 33 mm | partly cloudy | 99% | 2.9 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
| February | Poor | -24° - -11° | -24° | 23 mm | partly cloudy | 99% | 2.8 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.8h |
| March | Poor | -17° - -3° | -16° | 35 mm | partly cloudy | 97% | 3.0 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | -7° - 6° | -4° | 41 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.1 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.7h |
| May | Acceptable | 1° - 14° | 5° | 71 mm | partly cloudy | 73% | 3.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.4h |
| June | Good | 7° - 19° | 13° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.1 m/s | 1.5 high | 16.3h |
| July | Very Good | 11° - 22° | 17° | 110 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 2.9 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.9h |
| August | Good | 10° - 21° | 15° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 3.0 m/s | 1.1 high | 14.4h |
| September | Acceptable | 5° - 14° | 8° | 91 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 3.2 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Poor | -1° - 7° | -1° | 67 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.5h |
| November | Poor | -11° - -4° | -13° | 49 mm | overcast | 91% | 3.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.7h |
| December | Poor | -22° - -12° | -24° | 33 mm | overcast | 98% | 2.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.7h |