Paragliding Grandeur Peak North launch lower, UT

Grandeur Peak, located in the USA, offers a variety of paragliding experiences, particularly suited for pilots with different levels of expertise. The site is generally rated as P-3 due to often strong conditions during mid-day and summer. However, P-2 pilots can fly here with an instructor and should avoid strong mid-day conditions. The main North launch area, situated at approximately 5,950 feet, is the most frequently used launch point. It is suitable for NW to SW winds and features a gentle slope with grassy areas for easy wing layout. An upper North launch, about 300 feet higher along the same ridge, is steeper and requires more care due to rocks but offers a higher chance of climbing out. The South launch, located on the next ridge to the south, is steeper and more suited for W and SW winds, providing a more direct glide to the landing zone (LZ). The primary LZ is at Eastwood Elementary School. Pilots must avoid landing here during school hours, which end at 3:20 pm from Monday to Thursday and at noon on Friday. During school hours, advanced pilots can land along the Bonneville Shoreline Trail below the launch and above the school. The Grandeur Peak Trailhead, located at about 2900 S Wasatch Blvd (4,950 feet elevation), is a common starting point for the hike, offering good parking. The hike to the launch site takes around 40 minutes, depending on how high you go. Known hazards include quickly changing wind directions on launch, power lines on the ridges below and near the school LZ, and potential rotor if flying behind ridges or too close to gully/canyon areas. Pilots should maintain good ground clearance and stay high when crossing from ridge to ridge. Midday spring and fall can have very active air, requiring strong piloting skills, while midday summer conditions can be extremely challenging. For more information, you can visit: - [Grandeur Peak Paragliding](http://uhgpga.org/grandeur/) - [Wilder Adventures - Grandeur Peak](https://www.wilderadventures.com/launch/783/grandeur-peak-salt-lake-city) - [Two Can Fly - Flying Sites](https://twocanfly.com/flying-sites/) Watch videos of flights from Grandeur Peak: - [YouTube Video 1](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZRZ5ZTHwG4) - [YouTube Video 2](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ExfVCUfH1s4)