The Wave (3-day): mixed conditions
Feb 27 - Mar 1, 20265 people1 min read
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Noah Coleman
1 reports
4.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
5
First time doing The Wave and WOW.
We went Main Wave route with extra time for return navigation starting at 6:50 AM. Clear sky made timing simple and kept visibility high. Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.
The boring prep stuff matters.
Quick notes:
- Sunglasses are not optional.
- Extra socks change everything.
- Turnaround time is not negotiable.
- Test new gear before the trip...
Conditions at Time of Trip
Feb 2026Weather
Clear sky made timing simple and kept visibility high.
Trail
Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.
Water
No on-route water, so we packed the full day carry.
Crowds
Light
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Sunglasses are not optional.
- •Extra socks change everything.
- •Turnaround time is not negotiable.
- •Test new gear before the trip.
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