Sagebrush
📍 California , El Dorado County · Nearest city: Georgetown (10 km)
11 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 574 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
38.82230, -120.89000Takeoff 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 | 0.38 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Rules and notes
Should be considered a P4+++ site. Do NOT fly a hang glider at Sagebrush. Do NOT fly under the influence of ANY substance, ZERO tolerance! Do NOT fly Sagebrush alone! More at: http://americanriverfreeflight.org/index.php/resources/
Pilot comments
Please see the link below for site info: http://americanriverfreeflight.org/index.php/site-guide/ Sagebrush is an inland thermal Mountain site. There is ZERO coastal influence. It is tucked in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. There is absolutely NO unauthorized use of this site and every single new member MUST meet and fly with a seasoned local that understands when conditions may or may not be ideal, REGARDLESS of their ratings and experience (as most experienced pilots already understand!). Glide ratios are relative to wind! This is NOT a beginner flying site and the goal isn’t to launch when there’s no wind or thermals present. Sagebrush often has strong lift. Some days can produce thermals that can overpower even the best pilots. Do not fly on days of very high instability, or when the clouds are taller than they are wide. Sagebrush should be considered a site that’s the gateway to the Sierra Mountains. It’s location is aligns with a significant change in terrain. It’s very common to find cloud streets forming right along the Coloma/Lotus Valley, delivering access to much more significant cloud development heading East. These lines should only be flown by the most experienced XC pilots on days as just described.
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