DESCRIPTION

There are high transmission lines that you need to clear, from launch you have ample height but if you don't hook into a thermal right away don't dally otherwise you may be stuck on the wrong side of them. As always, cross over the towers not the middle of them to ensure you have enough height to cross. With a bit of work this could be a really nice site. I bet a couple of hours in the LZ could clear out a really nice sandy landing area. I would love to see a few wind socks put up in key areas to get better wind direction when coming in to land and launching. The launch is currently nice and grassy but getting long. A few man hours up here would really clean it up nicely.

ACTIVITIES

- paragliding
- hike
- thermals
- xc

weather

Standard SoCal flying rules apply, expect punchy stuff in midsummer

access

Park at the last pull out along N Altadena Dr at the corner of Midwick and Roosevelt. Hike down into the wash and trek directly across, from the car park you should be able to see a smaller trail across the canyon switch backing upwards. There will be a sign marking it's location. Alternatively follow the obvious trail going back into Eaton canyon before it breaks off near the bridge to the Mt Wilson Toll Rd (extra 15 - 20 mins via this route). Follow the Toll Rd up to Henninger flats.

regulation

I see a lot of aircraft and helicopters around so just be careful. I believe there is no flying in Pasadena but I think this is in Altadena so falls under a different set of regulations.