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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

The Wave report: exceeded expectations

Feb 18-19, 20264 people1 min read
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Casey Thornton

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
5
2026-02-18 the Wave. 2-day. - Route: Classic out-and-back from Wire Pass before heat builds - Weather: Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning. - Trail: Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry. - Water: No refill options at all, which drove our turnaround time. - Crowds: packed Would do again in a heartbeat.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning.

Trail

Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.

Water

No refill options at all, which drove our turnaround time.

Crowds

Packed

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Mark key waypoints.
  • First aid kit is mandatory.
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