Maiden Rock
📍 Minnesota , Wabasha County · Nearest city: Lake City (5 km)
12 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 300 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
Lat / Lng:
44.49520, -92.28100Loading 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 | 0.39 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
Cliff launch with space barely large enough for most wings at (latitude, longitude): 44.4952486808161, -92.28103447398874
Rules and notes
The site is on private property. Communicate with local pilots for briefing before visiting.
Pilot comments
The site is rarely used due to challenges and hazards described here.
Nearby sites
Hager (14) · Elk Mound (22) · Hayfield (23) · Rushford (10) · Hokah (10) · Bloyer Field (10)
Information derived from public data (ParaglidingEarth, kk7). Before flying: contact local pilots, check the METAR of the nearest airport and review today's forecast.