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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

Anyone else find The Wave challenging?

Feb 21-22, 20263 people1 min read
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Alessia De Santis

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
3
Systematic review of The Wave: Timeline: - 5:35 AM: Started moving - +1h: Found our pace - +5h: Turnaround/destination - Conditions: Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry. Ratings: 4 overall, 3 difficulty, 4 scenery. 10/10 would recommend.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier.

Trail

Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.

Water

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

Crowds

Crowded

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Poles help more than you think.
  • Take photos of the permit.
  • Tell someone your plan.
  • Bring one extra liter.
  • Know where water is.
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