Points North Landing, Saskatchewan

Points North Landing in Saskatchewan

Points North Landing is a permanent camp northwest of Wollaston Lake, on Saskatchewan Highway 905 in Saskatchewan, Canada. It has an airport and a water aerodrome, with almost daily flights provided by Pronto and Transwest Air. Gasoline, diesel, mechanics, lumber yard and accommodations are available. Kenton Joel Carnegie lost his life in this area when northern timber wolves attacked him on November 8, 2005.

The site is used as a staging area and logistics area for a variety of activities in Northern Saskatchewan. All-weather roads connect the location to the south and temporary winter roads are constructed from Points North Landing to various communities in the North. Several uranium mines are located near the site including Cigar Lake and McClean Lake.

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Coordinates: 58°16′36″N 104°04′57″W / 58.27667°N 104.08250°W / 58.27667; -104.08250

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