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Cairngorm paragliding site and weather forecast

Live seven-day flying weather with launch direction, altitude and local site information for Cairngorm.

Altitude1,111 m
Launch directionsNW
Coordinates57.1225, -3.6462
AreaScottish Highlands

Managing club: Highland Hang Gliding and Paragliding Club · Access: restricted

Site briefing

Planning information for Cairngorm

Access and parking

Access-agreement site — coordination with the landowner/ATC is required before flying; contact the Highland club for current arrangements. There is currently no access to Cairngorm via the funicular. The Highland Club is currently in discussion with the relevant bodies over possible future access. In the meantime pedestrian access is open to all, but please act responsibly and try to avoid entering conservation areas (anything outside of Coire Cas or Coire Ciste).

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