South mountain
📍 Arizona , Maricopa County · Nearest city: Guadalupe (10 km)
17 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 777 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
Lat / Lng:
33.33080, -112.06100Loading real-time wind…
Takeoff orientations
NNEESE
SSWWNW
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 | 0.55 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
South launch suitable for SE to SW winds. SSE preferred .
Rules and notes
5000' ceiling due to Sky Harbor approach pattern H3, H2 sponsored, P3, P2 sponsored. Show valid USHGA and AZHPA IDs upon request. Visiting pilots can obtain a visiting pilot pass at https://AZHPA.org
Nearby sites
Shaw Butte (12) · Rainbow Valley - North Bullard (20) · Rainbow Valley - East Patterson (11) · Rainbow Valley - South Bullard (3) · Rainbow Valley - West Patterson (11) · Houser Rd - Towing (47)
Information derived from public data (ParaglidingEarth, kk7). Before flying: contact local pilots, check the METAR of the nearest airport and review today's forecast.