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Coyote Buttes South Permit

no complaints on Coyote Buttes South

Apr 10-11, 20263 people1 min read
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Patrick Carter

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
3
Base weight check before Coyote Buttes South: We went Cottonwood Cove access to main formations starting at 6:25 AM. Similar to North, but generally quieter. Sand and slickrock mix, GPS essential. Gear that worked: Puffy, Sun hoodie. Sturdy footwear for varied surfaces. Quick scores: overall=5, difficulty=4, views=4 Short version: Tell someone your plan. Grateful for this one. Quick notes: - Tell someone your plan. - Know where water is. - Sunglasses are not optional.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Apr 2026

Weather

Similar to North, but generally quieter.

Trail

Sand and slickrock mix, GPS essential.

Water

No water sources, full carry from trailhead.

Crowds

Empty

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Tell someone your plan.
  • Know where water is.
  • Sunglasses are not optional.
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