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What we look for at Mt. Magazine
Wind direction
SSE (165°) → SSW (205°)
The wind must blow from within this arc. Direction is the same for both wings.
Ideal speed
5–12 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.
South-facing launch on Arkansas's highest peak in Mount Magazine State Park, managed by Buffalo Mountain Flyers. Ideal wind is due south (~185), acceptable 165-205; PG max ~15 mph, HG ~20, with a strict 5 mph gust limit. Long glide to the LZ across the Petit Jean Valley with no paraglider bailout, severe midday sink, and dense trees at launch. Evenings are usually best. Requires P3/H3, a $1M liability policy, and Visitor Center registration plus daily sign-in; new P3/H3 pilots must fly with a P4/H4 for their first flights.
Window data compiled from buffalomountainflyers.org, arkansasstateparks.com — public site guides and club resources.
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