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Things to Do Near Castle Airport (KMER)

Castle Airport (KMER) is a general aviation airport in Atwater, California, at 191 ft field elevation with a 11,802 ft runway. 2 spots are right on the field, perfect for a $100 hamburger.

Identifier
KMER
Location
Atwater, CA
Field Elevation
191 ft
Longest Runway
11,802 ft
100LL
$6.29

Restaurants & Dining (1)

restaurant

Brewer's Tap House

8.0 mi · ★ 4.3

Craft beer pub in downtown Merced with rotating local taps and pub food.

Attractions (3)

attraction · On the field

Castle Air Museum

on the field · ★ 4.7

Outstanding military aviation museum on the former Castle Air Force Base with 70+ restored aircraft including B-52, B-36, SR-71, and B-29. One of the best aviation museums in California. Free admission, donations welcome.

attraction

Applegate Park Zoo

8.0 mi · ★ 4.1

Small but charming city zoo in Merced with California native animals and a playground.

attraction

Hilmar Cheese Company Visitor Center

12.0 mi · ★ 4.3

Cheese factory tours and tastings featuring award-winning cheeses. Free samples!

Aviation Activities (1)

aviation

Castle Air Museum

0.5 mi · ★ 4.7

Outstanding military aviation museum with over 70 aircraft on display, including a B-52, SR-71, and B-36. A must for aviation enthusiasts.

Car Rentals (1)

rental · On the field

KT Aero Courtesy Car

on the field · ★ 4.0

Courtesy car at KT Aero FBO.

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