Come check out gorgeous Little Lake Clark as Freeze-Up hits.
That glacier blue water is so stunning next to the snow covered mountains.
Fly round-trip between Anchorage and Port Alsworth,
and you'll get to see this spot twice!
12/28/2017
12/26/2017
12/21/2017
Winter Solstice in Lake Clark, Alaska
It's the shortest day of the year here in the Lake Clark National Park!
And we're basking in the rays...
12/18/2017
Need a last minute - epic - Christmas gift idea?
Give a trip to see floating glaciers!
Lake and Pen Air has the perfect place to take you and your loved ones!
You're not just giving the best present ever,
you'll be making memories for a lifetime!
Call today and we'll help you get it all lined up!
907-781-2228 or 907-345-2228
lakeandpenair.com
12/14/2017
Skwentna, Alaska - with Lake and Pen Air
Skwentna, Alaska, USA.
Lake and Pen Air knows the way so, come on, let's go!
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12/11/2017
Alaska Cloud Sandwich
Sun rays streaming though a partly cloudy sky above.
The ground peeking out between patches of marshmallow clouds below.
The ground peeking out between patches of marshmallow clouds below.
My goodness - what a beautiful day!
There's no two days exactly alike, and the variations of beauty are amazing.
We love it here, and know you will too!
Come on, lets go exploring!
Call Lake and Pen Air: 907-781-2228
Call Lake and Pen Air: 907-781-2228
12/07/2017
12/04/2017
December Giveaway
CONGRATULATION KATIE GUSTY!!
You won the November Giveaway:
2 movie tickets and a $10 gift card to concessions!
11/30/2017
Port Alsworth To-Do List & Maps
So you're planning a trip to the Lake Clark National Park are ya!?
It's often helpful to hear about a place from those who live there, so we made this list with you in mind - to help you decide how much time you'll need to stay in Port Alsworth to do all the things you want to do.
We know you'll love your time here!!
Here's a couple aerial maps too so you can get a lay of the land
and a visual of a few of the places listed above...
When you're ready to make your flight arrangements call
Lake and Pen Air: 907-781-2228 or 907-345-2228
If you plan to overnight in Port Alsworth,
we highly recommend Jacque's amazing hospitality at
The Wilder B&B: 907-242-2282
11/27/2017
If you live in Port Alsworth...
...you'll have to travel by small plane for things like Movies. Shopping. Stop lights.
Here's Dave leaving the Port Alsworth ramp in Old Faithful - 09Z.
Here's Dave leaving the Port Alsworth ramp in Old Faithful - 09Z.
This flight is headed to Anchorage with a load of people who have grocery lists,
Dr. appointments, and the hope of eating at a restaurant!
Port Alsworth is an amazing place to live - and the lack of amenities is the draw for some folks. However, every once in a while it's fun/necessary to hop on a Lake and Pen Air flight and fly the very scenic route to the big city for a couple days.
When a Port Alsworth resident brings all their newly purchased supplies to our Anchorage office for their return flight home - 99% of the time they are sooooo looking forward to getting out of the hectic city, away from the hideous traffic, and the maddening crowds of people - everywhere...
Having a home in Port Alsworth requires quite a bit of effort and resources,
but it's spacious, quiet, and offers all of the outdoors you could dream of.
Well, there they go... see you in a few days neighbors!
Interested in seeing this Bush Alaska village?
We'd love to bring you out!
907-781-2228
lakeandpenair@gmail.com
lakeandpenair.com
We'd love to bring you out!
907-781-2228
lakeandpenair@gmail.com
lakeandpenair.com
11/20/2017
How well do you know Lyle and Heidi?
We made a little 12 Question Quiz to help you find out.
CLICK HERE to go to Lyle and Heidi's Facebook page!
CLICK HERE to go to Lyle and Heidi's Facebook page!
11/16/2017
Hot tip for traveling in Alaska.
On a flight from Anchorage to Stoney River, in interior Alaska (with what seemed like 1000 gallons of ice-cream), we flew by this gorgeous sight. The sun fell on the puffy clouds above while it rained dark underneath, and the land glowed golden.
Hot tip: When flying in Alaska, always have your camera ready!
11/13/2017
It's a great day to fly with Lake and Pen Air!
We're headed in every which direction.
All corners of Alaska are within our reach.
Need to get somewhere pronto?
Just want to go explore?
Heading out on a hunting or fishing trip?
We can get you there!
Our planes are clean, our pilots are experts, our staff is friendly.
(fair warning: one will force feed you s'mores)
Stop by our Anchorage office - 1740 E 5th Ave - for a cup of coffee
and tell us where you'd like to go.
Or call us: 907-345-2228.
and tell us where you'd like to go.
Or call us: 907-345-2228.
11/09/2017
11/06/2017
#OptOutside in Alaska's Lake Clark National Park!
Tanalian Mountain, towering over the tiny Alaskan bush village of Port Alsworth, is just one of the named mountains along the edge of Lake Clark.
It's also one of the last 3000'+ mountains on the West side of the Aleutian Range, before it dwindles into marshlands near Lake Iliamna, just a 20 minute flight West.
Above: Tanalian Mountain is on the left, just behind Tommy Island.
Many of these peeks have been scaled by the adventurous, and they claim the effort is worth it. Summer climbing is easier than winter, but winter is just as beautiful.
Above: Looking East towards Lake Clark Pass and Little Lake Clark.
This Thanksgiving #OptOutside in Port Alsworth,
or anywhere in the Lake Clark National Park.
And make sure to call Lake and Pen Air for your flight!
907-781-2228
#UnlockingAlaska
11/02/2017
10/30/2017
The Firebreak Trail is always open
In Port Alsworth, Alaska pretty much everything is open year round.
If you want to go somewhere - you can go.
For instance, here on the Fire Break Trail...
the views are just as beautiful in the winter as they are in the summer.
the views are just as beautiful in the winter as they are in the summer.
Come spend a few days in the Lake Clark National Park this winter!
Lake and Pen Air can get you here - it's just an hours flight from Anchorage and you'll see glaciers, a volcano and lots of beautiful scenery!
*Bonus: you don't need bug spray this time of year!
Call: 907-781-2228
Email: lakeandpenair@gmail.com
10/26/2017
10/23/2017
The snow is filling every crack and crevice.
Soon it will cover every. living. thing.
We love watching this vast landscape change.
Sometimes it happens right in front of our eyes - during a flight!
Sometimes it's over the course of a day or two. But it's noticeable.
And we marvel at the ticking away of time and seasons.
And we marvel at the ticking away of time and seasons.
What a beautiful life we live!
Come share it with us!
10/19/2017
The Big Chill is Back!
Oh yes, it's back!
Even if the calendar doesn't say so yet,
Lake and Pen Air is declaring that winter is just about here!
We love these sunny days where the puffy white clouds and the snowy mountain peeks get all mixed together. From up here, it's stunning!
And warm. Our magnificent planes are toasty warm, clean, fast, and pretty much every passenger gets a window seat to an amazing view!
Come have a look with us!
10/16/2017
National Boss Day
Here's the big boss of Lake and Pen Air. His name is Lyle. Lyle Wilder.
The only bossy thing he really does though is Fly Like A Boss.
Other than that he is a man of integrity and generosity.
But, it takes two to make this air taxi thing go right, and his other half is his wife Heidi. She's as cheerful and organized as they come, and together they are a fun loving, committed duo who create a work environment their staff love.
So here's to you Wilder bosses!
We love you and love working with you!
Happy Bosses Day!
10/12/2017
Northwest end of Lake Clark
The Northwest end of Lake Clark is beautiful with it's meandering rivers and ponds, an amazing views of the west edge of the Aleutian Mountain range where it dwindles into the marsh plains of The Lake Area.
And just past those mountains on the left is Lake Iliamna.
Lake and Pen Air would love to take you on a show-and-tell Lake Clark Flight Tour.
If you know where to look, you can see the land jetty of Keys Point.
At the far end of the lake is the village of Nondalton. And just past those mountains on the left is Lake Iliamna.
Lake and Pen Air would love to take you on a show-and-tell Lake Clark Flight Tour.
10/09/2017
Anchorage, Alaska
Here's a birds eye view of Merrill Field, where our Anchorage office is.
Straight ahead, on the banks of the Cook Inlet,
you can see the high-rises of downtown, only 5 minutes from our office.
In the upper left is Ted Stevens International Airport, a 20 min cab ride away.
And straight off into the horizon, 1 hour's flight, is our Port Alsworth headquarters.
We may be bias but we think everyone should visit Port Alsworth,
the only town in the Lake Clark National Park!
the only town in the Lake Clark National Park!
Actually we're not bias,
in 2014 CNN ranked it the 2nd best destination IN THE WORLD!
in 2014 CNN ranked it the 2nd best destination IN THE WORLD!
We'd love to take you there!
Call Lake and Pen Air: 907-345-2228
10/05/2017
Need a last minute flight in Alaska?
We're ready!
Call: Port Alsworth: 907-781-2228 or Anchorage: 907-781-2228
Email: lakeandpenair@gmail.com
10/02/2017
October Giveaway!
Congratulations RACHEL WEAVER!
You won the September Giveaway - $50 to The Home Depot!
9/28/2017
Port Alsworth, Alaska - Weather Cam
Wondering what to pack for your trip to the Lake Clark National Park?
Curious what life is like in a small remote Alaskan Bush village?
Or, do you just want to watch the seasons change?
Look how gorgeous Port Alsworth was yesterday!!
Look how gorgeous Port Alsworth was yesterday!!
Here's a link to check in whenever you want:
9/25/2017
How to embrace Fall in Alaska
It's happening. There's no Denying it. Escaping it. Ignoring it. Stopping it.
You just have to Embrace it!
When you do, you'll enjoy the colors, the crisp mornings and warm afternoons,
the sight of snow appearing on mountain tops, literally overnight.
So dig out your mud boots and find your mittens, you couldn't have lost them since you needed them last (4 short months ago), and get to the fun...
Invite a few friends over for hot apple cider.
Build a beach fire and roast a s'more.
Collect the brilliant yellow leaves for a garland.
Glue a few birch sticks together to make a bird house.
Fall in Alaska is AWESOME!
9/21/2017
Evening Flight Tour in Alaska
An evening Flight Tour in Alaska is so fun!
The long, warm, and sunny evenings make the scenery extra magical.
Everyone should get a chance to see Alaska from a small plane,
with a pilot who loves to show-and-tell.
Ready for your turn?
Check out our Flight Tours on lakeandpenair.com, then call us: 907-781-2228
#UnlockingAlaska
9/18/2017
Where to stay in Port Alsworth.
So you've got your trip to Port Alsworth almost set...
You're flying with Lake and Pen Air.
You're going to walk to the Tanalian Falls, maybe climb Tanalian Mountain.
You're bringing your fishing pole to catch some salmon in Lake Clark.
You just need one more thing - a place to sleep.
Enjoy your own private cabin nestled at the edge of the woods. It's just a one minute walk from LPA, and has a kitchen, bathroom, deck, and sleeps up to 5!
Plus, you'll get the most delicious breakfast in the morning.
We know you'll love it!
Open May-October.
For reservations call: 907-242-2282
9/14/2017
Little Lake Clark...
...where snow dusted mountains meet pristine blue-green glacier water.
A low flyover is a must!
Come fly with Lake and Pen Air!
9/11/2017
How To Be Happy...
Lake and Pen Air has two Cessna Caravans. 
Our caravans make us happy for several reasons:
They are comfortable.
They are fast.
They are fast.
They can haul a lot - groceries, plywood, and four-wheelers (staples in Bush Alaska).
Our customers love them for the same reasons. We know because they tell us.
And boy, do we like making our customers happy!
Do you want to be happy too?
Come fly in one of our Caravans! You'll smile, guaranteed.
Call: 907-781-2228
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Our customers love them for the same reasons. We know because they tell us.
And boy, do we like making our customers happy!
Come fly in one of our Caravans! You'll smile, guaranteed.
Call: 907-781-2228
lakeandpenair.com
9/07/2017
Alaska, made easy by Lake and Pen Air
Our Anchorage office is in the perfect location!
We're on 5th Ave, just 5 minutes east of downtown Anchorage,
and a 20 min cab ride from the Ted Stevens International Airport.
We're perfectly located for Flight Tours. Plus we have free parking, fridge and freezer options for customers, and the best views on Merrill Field.
We love the rainbows, but when the sky is blue the whole Chugach Mountain Range is visible from our very comfortable waiting room. People often find themselves mesmerized right before taking a bunch of photos.
Come on by, the coffee pot is alway on!
Come on by, the coffee pot is alway on!
Call: 907-345-2228
Click: lakeandpenair.com
Visit: 1740 E. 5th Avenue Anchorage, Alaska 99501
9/04/2017
Congratulations to Rachel Grossman!!
You won the August Giveaway - 10 pounds of Iliamna Fish Company filets!
If you didn't win, but really want some salmon CLICK HERE.
If you didn't win, but really want some salmon CLICK HERE.
8/31/2017
The American Field Trip
Hey guys! This United States National Park Centennial thing is serious.
We've been flying people between Anchorage, the Lake Clark National Park, and Katmai National Park for the past two years - as everyone and their kids want to see all 59 US National Parks. What a great goal!
If you're looking for air transportation to the remote Alaskan National Parks,
check out how The American Field Trip did it.
(Photo from The American Field Trip blog)
This young family left with exceptional Lake Clark National Park memories and you'll absolutely love it here too!
We can't wait to show you around the Lake Clark National Park, aka our backyard!
Call: 907-345-2228
Email: lakeandpenair@gmail.com
Get more info at: lakeandpenair.com
8/28/2017
Flying to Port Alsworth - Lake Clark Mountain Pass Entrance
On your flight from Anchorage to Port Alsworth you'll pass Moose Ridge.
Moose Ridge is the name of the foothills which connect the plains of the Cook Inlet with the entrance to the Lake Clark Mountain Pass.
Yes, there are often moose here. And eagles. And even glaciers.
In the spring you'll see patches of snow next to green trees,
topped off with blue skies and puffy clouds. It's dreamy really.
In the spring you'll see patches of snow next to green trees,
topped off with blue skies and puffy clouds. It's dreamy really.
Come see it all when you fly with us!
8/24/2017
Alaskan Volcano & Glacier Flight Tour!
We have a couple active volcanos in the Lake Clark National Park. Usually steaming, the Mt Redoubt volcano is en route between Anchorage and Port Alsworth.
The other, Mt. Iliamna, is visible too and we fly right next to it on our flight to/from Silver Salmon Creek on our Port Alsworth based Bear-Watching Tour.
Both of these volcanos are covered in glaciers and rise high above the surrounding mountains in the Aleutian Mountain Range. Our passengers love the views!!
Hey, you should be a passenger on our Fire & Ice Flight Tour - you'll see several volcanoes and glaciers.
Just give us a call and let us know when you'd like to go!
Lake and Pen Air: 907-781-2228
Hey, you should be a passenger on our Fire & Ice Flight Tour - you'll see several volcanoes and glaciers.
Just give us a call and let us know when you'd like to go!
Lake and Pen Air: 907-781-2228
8/21/2017
#UnlockingAlaska with Lake and Pen Air
We love flying all across the state of Alaska!
Come on, lets go on an adventure!
Call us at 907-345-2228
Call us at 907-345-2228
8/17/2017
Lake Clark Mountain Pass - Summit Lake Glaciers
Here in the middle of the Lake Clark Mountain Pass is Summit Lake,
which is fed by melting glaciers on both sides.
Jacque Wilder (LPA founder) remembers flights with her father in the 1950's
- who homesteaded on Lake Iliamna in the 40's -
when the glaciers were connected and planes had to fly up and over them.
Here's her son Lyle (LPA owner) documenting it's receded location 60+ years later.
Even on a cloudy day, it's beautiful here.
This is one of the many sights you'll see on your flight
between Anchorage and Port Alsworth.
To book your seat call: 907-345-2228 or 907-781-2228
8/14/2017
Flying With Kids in Alaska
People of all ages are enthralled with the flight between Anchorage and Port Alsworth.
They look for whales in the Cook Inlet...
Spy cabins and caribou along the colorful mud flats...
Count glaciers in the Lake Clark Mountain Pass...
So bring your whole family! There's something for everyone to enjoy!
Lake and Pen Air: 907-345-2228
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