Thompson Peak
CAParagliding and hang gliding weather and wind forecast for Thompson Peak, California.
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Location
What we look for at Thompson Peak
Wind direction
NNE (20°) → ENE (70°)
The wind must blow from within this arc. Direction is the same for both wings.
Ideal speed
6–15 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.
Paragliding-only mountain launch (~7,600 ft) above Honey Lake and Janesville in the NE Sierra, listed by BHGC. Works on N-through-E winds, best in the light morning or evening glass-off; midday summer air gets strong. Big ~3,400 ft glide to the Janesville Park LZ, and watch for a westerly gradient spilling over the crest that brings lee rotor. The road to launch is behind a locked gate: call the firewatch (530-616-0529) for access. Wind numbers unconfirmed.
Window data compiled from bhgc.org, public site guides and club resources.
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Thompson Peak is a paragliding site in California. The launch faces northeast at 7,592 feet and works best in NNE to ENE wind of about 6 to 15 mph. There are 2 more Wonderwind sites within 50 miles, and the closest is NevadaGanya, 45 miles away. Read the site guide on bhgc.org 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.