Six Fly-In Resorts That You Should Visit

Whether you are into hiking, biking, playing golf, swimming, or just relaxing, there are many resorts, spas and lodges with inviting runways.

Jonathan Welsh

Friday, March 04, 2022 at 05:56 PM ET

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“We strongly recommend that you have back-country experience before flying into Minam River Lodge,” the lodge's website says. [Courtesy: Minam River Lodge]

Key Takeaways:

Fly-in resorts offer a unique, stress-free vacation experience for pilots, allowing them to bypass common travel frustrations like traffic and crowds by flying directly to their destination.
These "one-stop-shop" resorts are fine-tuned to fliers' needs with on-site airfields and provide a wide array of activities, from outdoor adventures and relaxation to family-friendly options, all accessible without further travel worries.
The article highlights diverse examples across the U.S., showcasing unique offerings such as remote backcountry flying in Oregon, luxury family amenities in Pennsylvania, golf in Texas, and hot springs and dog sledding in Alaska.

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Sometimes vacations can make you feel like you haven’t left home as you encounter traffic jams on the road and crowds at the attractions you want to visit.

Many fly-in resorts seek to put more space between their guests and the stress of everyday life with activities and experiences ranging from hiking, horseback riding and skeet shooting to golf, massages, and soaking in hot springs.