Seeing Gearhart Mountain from a plane
Photo: USFS, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons
An extinct volcano of about 8,370 ft in south-central Oregon, its summit a jagged rock outcrop. Look for a rugged crest above flat, dry forest and marsh country.
3 of our routes pass it. Oregon
The easy pick
Portland to Reno: sit on the right, 33 min after takeoff.
Which side, by route
| Route | Side | When |
|---|---|---|
| Portland to Reno | Right | 33 min after takeoff |
| Sacramento to Spokane | Left | 32 min after takeoff |
| Seattle to San Luis Obispo | Left | 45 min after takeoff |
From the real paths of every nonstop on these routes in the last 10 days, at the usual time of day. Where the best seat for the whole flight is on the other side, you'd trade this sight for more elsewhere.
Questions
Which side of the plane do you see Gearhart Mountain from?
It depends on the direction: the left on most of our routes (2 of 3). The table lists each route's side.
When can you see Gearhart Mountain from a plane?
Mid-flight: see the table for when on each route.
Do clouds matter?
Yes. These answers assume a clear day. Within 3 days of your flight, pick your exact flight in the app for the cloud forecast.
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