Tollhouse
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Location
What we look for at Tollhouse
Wind direction
SSW (200°) → W (270°)
The wind must blow from within this arc. Direction is the same for both wings.
Ideal speed
3–8 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.
Ridge-top launch (~4,075 ft) above Tollhouse valley, run by CCHPC. Optimal wind is S-to-W: paragliders 3-8 mph (gust to 12), max 12; hang gliders 10-12, max 17. Best in morning and evening glass-off, with midday and XC for experienced pilots only. Regulated P3 site (P2 with an approved sponsor); USHPA membership plus a Tollhouse site fee and a site intro required, and 4WD is needed for the access road. Large grassy LZ (~1,900 ft) bordered by power lines; no mini-wings and no unapproved out-landings.
Window data compiled from cchpc.club, public site guides and club resources.
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