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Jupiter, Park City Mountain Resort, Utah, USA
Jupiter is a well-regarded paragliding site known for its excellent cross-country (XC) potential. Pilots can launch as early as 8:30 AM and, on a good day, reach altitudes up to 16,500 feet. From there, you can enjoy a scenic tour of the Wasatch Front-Mountain Range, fly east to the Uinta Mountains, or head towards the flatlands into Wyoming.
The site offers various takeoff options and is regularly used by local and visiting pilots. However, it is currently endangered, so it's essential to check with locals and support efforts to preserve it: https://www.ushpa.org/page/help-save-jupiter.aspx.
Winds:
- Maximum recommended wind on launch: 10 mph
- Safe wind directions: 140-230 degrees
Known Hazards:
- Strong cycles at times
- Prone to rapid over-development
- Best flown in late morning to very early afternoon; later in the day, conditions can become gusty and potentially blown out
- Light prevailing south wind is preferred; be cautious of wind switching to the north as the day progresses
- Midday summer conditions can be extremely challenging
Site Sensitivities:
- The launch is very close to Park City Resort’s property; please be respectful of this
- No designated landing zones; landowners do not allow landing at specific zones
- Watch for power lines and rocky, sloped terrain when landing
- Do not fold up your gear on the landing zone; walk to the parking area to pack up
For more detailed site safety plans, visit: http://uhgpga.org/site-safety-plans/#Jupiter
Additional information can be found here: https://www.wilderadventures.com/launch/864/jupiter-park-city
Note: The North American foot launch record from this site is 178 miles.
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