So I did The Wave...
Mar 21-21, 20266 people1 min read
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Eric Lambert
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5.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
3
The light on Vermilion Cliffs that morning was something else.
We took Classic out-and-back from Wire Pass before heat builds with 6 people. Started around 6:25 AM when wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier. The trail slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry. No on-route water, so we packed the full day carry.
TLDR: Wave at other hikers.
Take what is useful.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Mar 2026Weather
Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier.
Trail
Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.
Water
No on-route water, so we packed the full day carry.
Crowds
Packed
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Test new gear before the trip.
- •Move over for faster hikers.
- •Tape hot spots before they blister.
- •Wave at other hikers.
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