Lake Elizabeth
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Location
What we look for at Lake Elizabeth
Wind direction
SSE (160°) → SW (215°)
The wind must blow from within this arc. Direction is the same for both wings.
Ideal speed
8–15 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.
Small south-facing soaring ridge across from Elizabeth Lake in Leona Valley, about an hour from LA. A modest "fun little hill," not a premier site — works in a steady south wind, occasionally SW; SE and SW are cross/marginal. A backing wind puts launch in the lee, and Antelope Valley thermals plus the afternoon SW gradient can overpower a hill this small, so late morning to early afternoon in clean south flow is best. No published club numbers, ratings, or access info — check with SoCal locals (SHGA/SCPA) before flying.
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