About this flying site
XC is possible but is quite committing because of the lack of roads and forested areas over the back of Ben Ledi
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Ben Ledi paragliding site and weather forecast
Live seven-day flying weather with launch direction, altitude and local site information for Ben Ledi.
Altitude517 m
Launch directionsNE, E
Coordinates56.2526, -4.3061
AreaUnited Kingdom
Site briefing
Planning information for Ben Ledi
Take-off
From the end of the bridge take the wide path leading up through the trees. Takeoff where you like above the (old) treeline but a common place is at the shoulder before the path turns sharply onto the ridge leading up to the summit - NN 572 088 GB Grid Approx 45mins to walk up to here
Landing
No official landing Usual landing is on the W side of the main road near the group of 3 caravans. There are several narrow but ample fields here between the river and the minor road leading to the holiday cottages. You can also land on the minor road (if the fields are boggy) as traffic is usually very light. Alternatively there is a large field on the E side of the river not far from the carp park although this field is immediately to the S of a large hillock and should probably be avoided if there is a strong N breeze coming down the valley (rotor potential) For SW type winds, common, head down towards Loch Venachar, ample fields on N shore of loch, but be aware of livestock and small power line along road.
Access and parking
Drive approx 5km NW of Callander About 1km before you get to Loch Lubnaig turn left (West) off the A84 main road at the brown sign for Strathyre holiday lodges. Cross the narrow metal bridge and turn left to park (NN 586 090 GB Grid)
Flight rules
This site is not regulated by any of the clubs
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