Paragliding
Telluride, Colorado is a very scenic place. In the midst of the San Juan Mountains, Telluride provides some great places to launch a paraglider and soar high above the ground. The thermals in the area in the early morning allow for some fantastic flights. Check the category below to find paraglider tours in the area and/or a tandem flight – if this will be your first time to fly with the birds.
The idea of free flight has been the dream of various people forever. Paragliding allows you to truly experience free flight – as much as possible. In the summer months, in the area around Telluride, Colorado you can experience this freedom of flight.
This fantastic sport is rather new having only begun in the 1980's, but the fun is spreading fast and many are becoming more involved in the joy and awe-inspiring adventure.
All novices get their first feel of paragliding by taking a tandem flight. Absolutely no experience or special skills are necessary for your first tandem flight. Passengers can weight anywhere from 70 to 270 lbs. and physical fitness is more of a factor then age. Often the launch sight is at a height of over 12,000 feet. Some running is also involved to get off the ground.
Paragliding high above the San Juan Mountains, in the fresh open air, with the birds in flight, gazing at the mountain lakes, and green valleys laid out below you, is an unforgettable experience. The speed of flight is approximately 25-30 mph and the aircraft is made simply from lightweight fabric and lines. This is as close as you can possibly get to real flight.
For the thrill of a lifetime, plan a paragliding vacation in Telluride, Colorado. This is a fantastic way to see and experience this majestic area of the San Juan Mountains.
Telluride, CO Weather
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Other pages you might find helpful:
Telluride Air Force
The Telluride Air Force is Telluride's Local Paragliding and Hang-Gliding Club.
