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YCS → YBK
Which side of the plane to sit from Chesterfield Inlet Airport (Chesterfield Inlet) to Baker Lake Airport (Baker Lake)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers the most consistent views of the intricate Chesterfield Inlet waterway and the complex network of tundra lakes that define the Kivalliq landscape.
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Chesterfield Inlet Waterway
Deeply recessed marine inlet featuring a rugged, rocky coastline typical of the Canadian Shield.
Bowsell River Patterns
Intricate patterns of small rivers and seasonal meltwater streams winding through the permafrost.
Glacial Kettle Lakes
A high density of perfectly circular lakes formed by receding glaciers thousands of years ago.
Baker Lake Settlement
Excellent aerial perspective of the inland hamlet as the aircraft turns for its final approach.
The left side is ideal for seeing the sun glisten off the countless small lakes during midday. In autumn, look for the vibrant reds and oranges of the low-lying tundra vegetation. Early winter flights offer a chance to see the inlet freezing over with unique ice patterns.
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The Barren Lands
An expansive, treeless wilderness that stretches north toward the Arctic Circle, showcasing extreme isolation.
Quoich River Delta
Braided river channels that feed into the northern banks of the inlet, creating a unique silt-patterned landscape.
Caribou Migration Paths
Visible game trails etched into the lichen-covered ground, used by the Qamanirjuaq caribou herd.
Keep your eyes peeled for movement on the ground; this side looks toward the vast northern interior where caribou are most likely to be spotted. During the summer, the Quoich River delta reveals fascinating sediment plumes in the water.
Book Hotels in Baker LakeDistance: 283 km (176 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 28 min
Departure: YCS (63.3469009399, -90.7311019897)
Arrival: YBK (64.29889678960001, -96.077796936)
Route Type: Domestic
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