It is located in the upper Snoqualmie Valley, 14 miles (23 km) east of North Bend, Washington.

The airport is frequently used by instructors for training students in soft field work and in mountain flying.

Bandera State Airport covers an area of 25 acres (10 ha) with one runway designated 8/26.

Field elevation is 1,636 feet (499 m) above mean sea level,[1] and some density altitude problems can be encountered on a summer day.

Overflight to check for surface damage, presence of obstructions, and height of grass is essential.