Cayucos
📍 California , San Luis Obispo County · Nearest city: Cayucos (2 km)
10 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 203 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
35.42830, -120.87300Forecast next days
Updated: 2026-04-21 02:55 UTC · Source: Open-Meteo · Thermal window 10:00–18:00 local time
Marginal conditions, cloud base ~291 m, strong wind (34 km/h).
base ~291m · wind 34 km/hMarginal conditions, cloud base ~854 m, strong wind (25 km/h).
base ~854m · wind 25 km/hMarginal conditions, cloud base ~1311 m, wind 12 km/h.
base ~1311m · wind 12 km/hComposite flyability score (CAPE + LI + wind + precip + low clouds). Cross-check with local pilots before flying.
🌬 Daily wind (next days)
Daily summary (10m wind). Full hour × altitude chart is being added progressively.
Takeoff orientations
Green = good orientation · Yellow = possible · Gray = not suitable
Why this site has thermal potential
| Factor | Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot density (5 km) | 0 | Low |
| Avg thermal probability | 0.00 | Based on thousands of aggregated IGC flights |
| Solar orientation | 0.35 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
This site is generally a Hike-up site but a 4X4 can make it up if dry. Please do not attempt to drive up if the road is wet. The area is private land & has cattle on it. Close all gates.
Pilot comments
Please contact the local club: San Luis Soaring Assn. https://slosoar.org/
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