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Current conditions
Where it is
What we look for at Parker (Koosherem)
Wind direction
WSW (240°) → WNW (300°)
The wind must blow from within this arc. Direction is the same for both wings.
Ideal speed
6–12 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.
West-facing launch (8440 ft) above Koosherem; CUASA (Central Utah Air Sports) club guide gives explicit working wind FROM the W: ideal 240-300 deg, acceptable/marginal 225-315 deg. Easy first mountain site with ~30 miles of evening-soarable ridge plus strong afternoon thermals. Smooth laminar conditions in the morning; valley floor becomes thermic/turbulent after about 10-11 a.m. Thermals typically mellow ~2 hours before sunset (not guaranteed). Speed guidance varies by rating: PG ideal ~6 mph and max ~12 mph (P3); HG ideal ~12 mph, max ~20 mph (H3) so 20 mph is the max usable base for hang gliders, much lower for paragliders. Gust tolerance is small (only a few mph above base). Rating/access: H3/P3/M2 required plus USHPA and CUASA membership; min glide ~3.5. Hazards: power lines along the valley near the LZ (6781 ft, 2WD-accessible), cattle grazing at LZ, extremely limited or no cell service, and afternoon thermic turbulence/possible rotor in stronger flow. High-clearance 2WD road access.
Window data compiled from cuasa.com — public site guides and club resources.
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