Eagle Rock
📍 Virginia , Botetourt County · Nearest city: Fincastle (15 km)
15 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 675 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
37.63140, -79.83170Takeoff orientations
Green = good orientation · Yellow = possible · Gray = not suitable
Why this site has thermal potential
| Factor | Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot density (5 km) | 0 | Low |
| Avg thermal probability | 0.00 | Based on thousands of aggregated IGC flights |
| Solar orientation | 0.50 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
The site is on Crawford Mountain and actually has two launches: one NW and one SE. Added information: Eagle Rock gets its name from a town in the valley. NW launch does not work the greatest with a West cross, more favorable with North winds.
Pilot comments
Pilots must have signed liability waiver. Skywacker Club member must be present in order to fly. A combination-lock is on a gate leading to launches. Check YahooGroups for up to date information on flying and locals heading out. See videos on YouTube with tags \'Eagle Rock\' and \'paragliding\'.
Nearby sites
Peter's Mountain (3) · Snowshoe (9) · Cranberry Mountain (14) · Raven's Roost (5) · Pharis Knob (15) · Canaan Valley (14)