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Easton State Airport (ESW/KESW) is a small public-use airport in Easton, Washington, about 70 miles east of Seattle in the Cascade Range. Owned by the Washington State Department of Transportation, it serves general aviation, recreational flying, and emergency access near Snoqualmie Pass. The field has a single runway and a quiet mountain setting close to Lake Easton State Park and the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors check NOTAMs and WSDOT airport condition reports before flying in, because the short mountain runway can be snow-covered, soft, or affected by afternoon winds and rapidly changing Cascade weather.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is just off Interstate 90 at Easton, roughly 70 miles east of Seattle and 35 miles west of Ellensburg. There is no scheduled public transit to the field, so plan on a rental car, taxi, or prearranged pickup; most visitors arrive by private vehicle or aircraft. In winter, check WSDOT pass conditions and road closures before driving over Snoqualmie Pass.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the airport codes for Easton State Airport?
A: ESW is the IATA code, KESW is the ICAO code, and ESW is also the FAA identifier.
Q: Where is Easton State Airport located?
A: It is in Easton, Kittitas County, Washington, United States, just off Interstate 90 in the Cascade Mountains.
Q: What runway and services does the airport have?
A: The airport has a single runway, 8/26, about 2,640 feet long, and is generally unattended; there is no fuel or FBO service, so pilots should plan accordingly.
Q: Is Easton State Airport open for public use?
A: Yes, it is a public-use airport owned by the Washington State Department of Transportation, though it is best suited to light general aviation aircraft.
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