Paragliding Upper EJ_EJ bowl_Santa Barbara, CA

Located in the USA, this paragliding site offers an elevation of 1140 meters with a height difference of approximately 950 meters. It's a great choice when you need to get above the inversion layer. The site is easily accessible by driving up and then walking a short distance. The takeoff area is spacious and easy to manage, making it a frequently used spot. The site is particularly good for cross-country flights heading east. This launch is higher and easier compared to Skyport but is situated deeper in the terrain. There is also a lower takeoff point available, though it is rarely used. For more information on the site, you can check out the following links: - [YouTube Video 1](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGjaCGx_SKw) - [YouTube Video 2](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K1UgqOYd4pw) - [Vimeo Video](https://vimeo.com/84539748) - [SoCal XC League - Santa Barbara](https://www.socalxcleague.com/sites/santa_barbara) - [Spirit and Adventure Blog](https://spiritandadventure.blogspot.com/2017/09/more-flying-in-santa-barbara.html) For those interested in paragliding schools, Eagle Paragliding in Santa Barbara offers courses and information for visiting pilots: - [Eagle Paragliding Contact](https://www.paragliding.com/contact/) - [Visiting Pilots Information](https://www.paragliding.com/visiting-pilots/) For club information and to contact the Santa Barbara Soaring Association (SBSA), visit: - [SBSA Club Contact](https://sbsa.info/) - [Visiting Pilots Information](https://sbsa.info/visit/) For additional details on the takeoff, flying, and landing zones, you can visit: - [Wilder Adventures - EJ Bowl](https://www.wilderadventures.com/launch/755/ej-bowl-santa-barbara) - [BHGC Site Information](http://www.bhgc.org/sites/#site_ej-santa-barbara-ca) For weather forecasts specific to the area, check: - [National Weather Service Forecast](https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=34.494434&lon=-119.702987&site=rev&unit=0&lg=en&FcstType=text#.Y1kAlj1Bypo) For real-time chat and updates, join the SBSA chat on Telegram: [SBSA Chat](https://t.me/+4FxHC97ZijFmNTAx)