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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

The Wave, February

Feb 8-9, 20264 people1 min read
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Vespera Markell

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
5
The Wave w/ the pup. We went Wire Pass route w/ waypoint checks at major slickrock turns starting at 4:45 AM. Clear sky made timing simple and kept visibility high. Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry. The trail rewards the patient.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Clear sky made timing simple and kept visibility high.

Trail

Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.

Water

Water management was the main planning task for the day.

Crowds

Packed

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Keep snacks accessible.
  • Pack a dry layer.
  • Start earlier than you think.
  • Keep music in your ears only.
  • Poles help more than you think.
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