Jangas
📍 Ancash , Provincia de Huaraz · Nearest city: Jangas (3 km)
14 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 3552 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
Lat / Lng:
-9.42938, -77.58770Loading 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 | 0.19 | Slope faces north in southern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Real takeoff terrain
| SRTM elevation | 3554 m AMSL |
| Average slope | 20.5° |
| Slope aspect | 211° (SW) |
| Hemisphere | south — Orientation unfavorable for direct solar thermals |
Derived from SRTM 30m (NASA).
Takeoff description
Smooth slope to launch from. Just perfect. You will see it, there is no development, but the launch is clean and easy.
Rules and notes
Don't cross the river!
Pilot comments
Sweet!! Strong, big beautiful scenery. Incredible altitude gains possible
Nearby sites
Jangas (8) · Wamantanga (14) · Huaraz Punta Callan (9) · Wilkacocha (8) · Paron - Caraz (7) · Miraflores (31)
Information derived from public data (ParaglidingEarth, kk7). Before flying: contact local pilots, check the METAR of the nearest airport and review today's forecast.