Monte Sarmiento

About

Monte Sarmiento is a pyramidal peak with a glaciated saddle-shaped summit located within Alberto de Agostini National Park, in the Chilean portion of Tierra del Fuego. It rises abruptly from the east shore of the Magdalena Channel and marks the western border of the Cordillera Darwin. The mountain is frequently shrouded in clouds, but when it is visible is "the most sublime spectacle in Tierra del Fuego" according to the words of Charles Darwin, one of the many people who have been captivated by the beauty of this mountain.

Launch Points (1)

Peak Launch

Foot Launch

Alt: 1,929 m / 6,328 ftHdg: 350° NSurface: SHORT GRASS

A generic hang glider launch

Landing Zones (1)

Flying Conditions

Has 1 different launch points. The best wind direction is 349.5 @ 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 , all dependent on current weather conditions.