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Mount Greylock | |
|---|---|
| MSL | 3,491 |
| AGL | 2,000ish |
| Glide to LZ | Unknown |
| Rating/Skills | H4/P4
H3/P3 w/Observer |
| Wind Directions | E, ESE, SE, |
| Season | Late Spring, Summer, Early Fall |
| Restrictions | USHPA Members only |
| Radio Frequencies | 151.505 - 151.625 - 151.925 - 151.955 - 158.40 |
| Site Type | State |
| Fees | |
| Contact | VHGA or MHGA |
| Links | http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/mtGreylock/ |
| <googlemap version="0.9" lat="42.645387" lon="-73.170147" zoom="14">
42.636851, -73.167143 </googlemap> | |
Overview
Mount Greylock is a state park and the highest point in Massachusetts. It one of the few places in the northeastern United States where the public can see Hang Gliding up close.
History
This site has been flown for many years.
Geography/Meteorology
Mount Greylock and it's sister summits are a distinct geologic formation north of the Taconic range and southwest of the Green Mountains of Vermont. The site is closed for much of the year by the state due to snow.
Clubs/Owners/Manager
The state controls the launch, and works with local clubs to manage flying activity.
Site Records
Flex wing Distance/Duration: unknown
Rigid wing Distance/Duration: unknown