The wind must blow from within this arc. Direction is the same for both wings.
Ideal speed
7–14 mph
Ceiling · Paragliding
≤ 19 mph base · gusts ≤ 23
Top of the range for paragliding (any rating). Switch wings up top to compare. Hang gliders hold roughly 10 mph more than paragliders.
A SW-facing launch within the Keel Mountain flying area near Gurley, on a low (~1375 ft) inland ridge. It works on a southwest wind, roughly 200-250, best light around 7-14 mph. This is private, permission-only land tied to the Keel Mountain owner — coordinate with the local North Alabama pilots first. It is a thermic, tree-lined site: fly the smoother morning or late-afternoon window and plan your LZ carefully. North winds put you in the lee.
Window data compiled from vacationsalabama.com, public site guides and club resources.
Cherry Tree is a paragliding and hang gliding site in Alabama. The launch faces southwest at 1,375 feet and works best in SSW to WSW wind of about 7 to 14 mph. There are 3 more Wonderwind sites within 50 miles, and the closest is Keel Mountain (Huntsville), 4 miles away. Read the site guide on vacationsalabama.com for rules and access before you fly.
Conditions are an automated estimate from public forecast models, not a go/no-go call.
Always check the sky, talk to locals, and fly within your rating. You are responsible for your own safety.
