Coronet Peak

About

Coronet Peak is one of the most popular ski resorts in New Zealand, and also a great place to launch a hang glider. The launch site is located at the top of the ski field, at an elevation of about 1650 m. The site faces north-east and offers a wide range of flying conditions, from smooth thermals to dynamic ridge lift. The site can accommodate up to 10 gliders at a time and has a grassy slope for easy take-off. The landing area is located at the bottom of the ski field, near the Coronet Peak Hotel. It is a large grassy field with plenty of space and windsocks. The landing area is about 6 km from the launch site and has an elevation difference of about 1100 m.

Launch Points (3)

Coronet Peak Launch

Foot Launch

Alt: 1,596 m / 5,236 ftHdg: 151° SSESurface: SHORT GRASS

The site faces north-east and offers a wide range of flying conditions, from smooth thermals to dynamic ridge lift. The site can accommodate up to 10 gliders at a time and has a grassy slope for easy take-off.

Rocky Gully

Foot Launch

Alt: 1,279 m / 4,196 ftHdg: 117° ESESurface: SHORT GRASS

Sloping launch below the towers.

The Car Park

Foot Launch

Alt: 1,140 m / 3,740 ftHdg: 130° SESurface: SHORT GRASS

Launch from the edge of the ski area parking lot. Some trees

Landing Zones (2)

Flying Conditions

Has 3 different launch points. The best wind direction is 150.8 @ 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.