Hay River, NT

Airport information

Identifier: CYHY

Coordinates: N 60˚ 50.38’ W 115˚ 46.58’

Elevation: 541′ ASL

VAR: 22˚ E

Time zone factor: UTC-7(6)

Runways:
13/31 – 6000×150 asphalt
04/22 – 4000×150 gravel/asphalt

Communications: MF

Fuel: 100LL, JA-1

COPA airport directory: CYHY

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City information

Alexandra falls

Alexandra falls

The city of Hay River is located on the shore of the beautiful Great Slave Lake, the fifth-largest lake in North America, tenth in the world. This is where the Mackenzie river begins.

Hay River extends a hearty, North of 60, welcome to all visitors. Whether you’re here to boat, fish, experience the wilderness, visit friends and relatives or just stopping on your way to more distant northern points, we hope you will take the time to visit our vibrant business core as well as our parks, wooded walking trails and lovely beaches.

Northern lights

Northern lights

You’ll find the business people of Hay River willing and eager both to serve and help you; you’ll also find a diverse and thorough selection of goods and services available – from auto parts and fishing tackle to great food and beautiful souvenirs. Explore the vast Great Slave Lake for true wilderness adventure or cruise with a group of friends through miles of boreal forest.

Hay Riverites are excited to welcome pilots from different parts of the world. They are anxious to meet you and show you a good time. Kelly O’Connor, Airport Manager, with the assistance of Ross DeBoer and Andrea Mackie are preparing our venue.

To learn more about the city, click here.

Our activities

  • Visit of the town and beautiful surroundings (famous waterfalls)
  • BBQ outdoor cook out and possible boat ride