Lemhi County Airport — Salmon, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Lemhi County Airport (Salmon) is SMN — its ICAO code is KSMN.
Distance & flight time from SMN
Lemhi County Airport
Lemhi County Airport, identified by the code SMN, serves the small mountain town of Salmon in central Idaho. Tucked into the Lemhi Valley along the Salmon River, this general aviation facility supports recreational flying, wildfire firefighting operations, backcountry access, and medical evacuation flights for a remote region with limited road connectivity. The surrounding terrain of steep ridgelines and narrow valleys makes SMN an important link for outdoor enthusiasts heading into the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness. The airport features a single paved runway capable of handling small fixed-wing aircraft. Given Salmon's isolation from major population centers, Lemhi County Airport plays an outsized role in emergency response and seasonal tourism traffic tied to whitewater rafting and hunting.
Runways at Lemhi County Airport (SMN)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 5510 ft (1679 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Lemhi County Airport (SMN)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 135.075 MHz |
| CNTR | SALT LAKE CITY CNTR | 132.4 MHz |
| RDO | BOISE RDO | 122.55 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.8 MHz |
Airports near Lemhi County Airport (SMN)
- Bert Mooney Airport (BTM) — 142.1 km (88.3 mi)
- McCall Municipal Airport (MYL) — 176.4 km (109.6 mi)
- Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) — 182.9 km (113.6 mi)
- Missoula Montana Airport (MSO) — 200.1 km (124.3 mi)
- Helena Regional Airport (HLN) — 221.1 km (137.4 mi)
- Yellowstone Airport (WYS) — 222.9 km (138.5 mi)
- Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) — 225.0 km (139.8 mi)
- Idaho Falls Regional Airport (IDA) — 229.6 km (142.7 mi)
SMN, Lemhi County Airport in Salmon, Idaho, is a vital general aviation gateway to central Idaho's wilderness areas, supporting recreation, firefighting, and emergency medical transport in a remote mountainous region.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Lemhi County Airport?
The IATA code for Lemhi County Airport is SMN.
What is the ICAO code for Lemhi County Airport?
The ICAO code for Lemhi County Airport is KSMN. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.