Sandia Peak
📍 New Mexico , Bernalillo County · Nearest city: Sandia Heights (6 km)
22 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 3155 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
35.20060, -106.43800Takeoff 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
Takeoff is located atop Sandia Peak and accessable via the Sandia Peak Tramway. Launch is very narrow and steep with little room for error. 2018: greatly improved.
Rules and notes
Rated P-4 with mountain and thermal experience. Guide Pilot required for access. Contact the local club for a list of Guide Pilots Membership in SSA required! temporary memberships available for $15.00
Pilot comments
Launch is at 10,378 msl and landing at 6300 msl. 7:1 glide to LZ.
Nearby sites
Blue Springs ridge (11) · Farleys (aka Grants East Ridge) (13) · La Jara ridge (19) · Clayton Corral (7) · Dry Canyon (47) · Tracy Mountain (26)