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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

The Wave (3-day): the views delivered

Feb 18-20, 20263 people1 min read
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Olena Shevchenko

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
3
The Wave on limited time. We went Wire Pass route w/ waypoint checks at major slickrock turns starting at 6:00 AM. Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier. Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry. Overall 4/5. Difficulty 3/5. Scenery 5/5. 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

Water management was the main planning task for the day.

Crowds

Light

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Trust the cairns.
  • Study the route at home.
  • Phone battery backup.
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