VALLE DE BRAVO EL PENON DEL DIABLO

About

VALLE DE BRAVO EL PENON DEL DIABLO is a world-famous site for hang gliding and paragliding in Mexico. It is located near the town of Valle de Bravo, about 150 km west of Mexico City. The site offers a variety of flying conditions, from mountain thermals to flatland convergence, and has more than 300 flyable days a year. The best season starts in November and lasts until March or April, with cloud bases over 4500 m and long cross-country flights possible.

Launch Points (2)

El Penon Launch

Foot Launch

Alt: 2,349 m / 7,707 ftHdg: 233° SWSurface: SHORT GRASS

The main site for cross-country flying and competitions. It works with south-east winds and starts working as early as 11 am. The thermals are strong and consistent, reaching up to 6 m/s and allowing pilots to climb up to 4500 m or more. The site offers many options for cross-country routes, from flatland to mountain flying, with many landing options along the way. The launch conditions can blow out once the midday heat overwhelms the valley floor, so it is advisable to launch early and avoid the witching hour.

La Torre Launch

Foot Launch

Alt: 2,211 m / 7,254 ftHdg: 233° SWSurface: SHORT GRASS

The ridge soaring site above the lake. It works with west winds and is flyable almost every afternoon. It needs only 12 km/h of wind to soar along the ridge, which is about 500 m high. The site is suitable for beginners and intermediate pilots who want to enjoy the view of the lake and the town.

Landing Zones (2)

Flying Conditions

Has 2 different launch points. The best wind direction is 200 @ 10 knts but many sites can be flown from multiple directions, so check before you fly. You can expect to find: thermal conditions ridge soaring conditions cross country potential , all dependent on current weather conditions.