Paragliding Whangaparaoa Lookout Ridge

Whangaparaoa Lookout Ridge is located at the end of Whangaparaoa Peninsula, primarily within Shakespeare Regional Park. To reach this site, take State Highway 1 to just south of Orewa, then turn right and head east following the signposts for Shakespeare Regional Park. The launch site is situated on the crest of the hill overlooking Te Haruhi Bay, near the gate on the left side. The elevation is approximately 180 feet above sea level. You can park near the picture frame and walk up to the ridge towards the lookout. Landing options include paddocks near the beach. Be cautious of trees and people in the area. The optimal wind direction for this site is from the southeast. For communication, use Site Radio Channel 20 at 476.900MHz. Paragliding at this site requires a PG2 rating. Be aware of power lines to the right of your glide path and landing area. Pohutukawa trees at the end of the landing area can cause turbulence. The flight ceiling is 2,500 feet above sea level. For site monitoring, contact Thomas Mann at 021 022 75 104 or 09 428 7635. For more information, visit [Whangaparaoa Lookout Ridge](https://www.cloudbase.org.nz/site-guide/flying-site-whangaparaoa-lookout-ridge).