Punta Peligro

Punta Peligro is a soaring and hike-and-fly site in Patagonia, Argentina, about 15 km from Comodoro Rivadavia, launching at roughly 133 m in northeast or east wind. It's a relatively young site, opened only a few years ago, and reaching launch takes a 25-minute walk that's described as fairly technical, so it rewards being properly prepared rather than treated casually. Strong wind is typical here, which is worth building into your plan before heading up — Patagonian coastal wind can be forceful even on an otherwise clear day. There's no formal regulation governing the site. Landing, by contrast, is straightforward: it's an open area with several possible landing zones to choose from, giving flexibility once you're coming down. Between the technical walk-up and the typically strong wind, Punta Peligro suits pilots who are comfortable with committing conditions.

Launch & conditions

The walk up to launch takes about 25 minutes and is fairly technical.

Getting there & local rules

Reached by car, about 15 km from Comodoro Rivadavia.

Local rules & hazards

Strong wind is typical here, and there's no formal regulation governing the site — come prepared for committing conditions.

Check conditions before you fly

A forecast for the valley is not a forecast for the launch. Before heading to Punta Peligro, read the wind and thermals for the site itself, confirm the day's rules with the local club, and remember the standing rule — when in doubt, don't launch. In the free OutDare app you can open Punta Peligro with a 7-day forecast built from high-resolution weather models, see who else has been flying, and get there with offline maps.