Moore Mountain NC SSW
Summary
SSW facing, 1050 AGL, 4.5 to 1 Glide, thermals/2 mile ridgeOverview
This is one of the premier flying sites in the southeastern US and is the home site of
Southern Skies. A P3 rating is required to fly the site.
P2 pilots must be supervised by at least a P3.
You must be a member of the Buzzards Club to fly at Moore, yearly dues are $75. Visiting pilots will be able to purchase a 7-day pass for $25 or contribute with a donation.
This site is known for nice glass-offs in the evening. There is some thermal flying but the site is best known for its ridge soaring. The ridge is about 2 miles long. There is a bowl to the right of launch. Be careful not to get too far back in the bowl in high winds. If the soaring is good, you can cross the bowl to get to the southwest end of the ridge. There is a spine to the left of launch - turn before you get there.
Launch
The launch is a grassy portion of an apple orchard which is three gliders wide with
plenty of parking in the back. The launch has a mellow slope from horizontal to vertical and
top landing is possible.
Landing
Straight out from launch, but a long glide. If you go much below launch,
it is time to head to the LZ.
Directions
Find your way to Taylorsville NCTake highway 16 N (go 9 miles)
Left on Moore Mountain Rd (go about 2 miles to top of mountain)
Left though gate at Mountain's top (look for USHGA sign on it)
Drive down the rough dirt road through the apple orchard to launch
Park near the back close to the trees to keep launch clear