


High cliff launch on Pigeon Mountain with expansive valley and ridge views plus frequent hang gliders and paragliders—dynamic subjects against dramatic skies. Best at sunrise/sunset for warm side-light and silhouettes; midday offers strong thermals and many pilots. Accessible via a short but steep walk from a roadside trailhead with limited parking; no fee. Respect flyers, keep back from launch edge, and expect wind. Local flying community often present—good chance of action shots.



High cliff launch on Pigeon Mountain with expansive valley and ridge views plus frequent hang gliders and paragliders—dynamic subjects against dramatic skies. Best at sunrise/sunset for warm side-light and silhouettes; midday offers strong thermals and many pilots. Accessible via a short but steep walk from a roadside trailhead with limited parking; no fee. Respect flyers, keep back from launch edge, and expect wind. Local flying community often present—good chance of action shots.