Finally got to The Wave
Apr 4-4, 20264 people1 min read
J
Julie Nichols
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
4
Debrief: The Wave variables and outcomes.
Timeline:
- 5:35 AM: Started moving
- +1h: Found our pace
- +6h: Turnaround/destination
- Conditions: Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning. Sand sections were soft but easy to follow with track lines.
Overall 5/5. Difficulty 3/5. Scenery 5/5.
Would do again in a heartbeat...
Conditions at Time of Trip
Apr 2026Weather
Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning.
Trail
Sand sections were soft but easy to follow with track lines.
Water
No on-route water, so we packed the full day carry.
Crowds
Empty
💡Tips from the Trip
💡
General
- •Take photos of the permit.
- •Have a turnaround time.
- •Keep music in your ears only.
- •Be friendly at the trailhead.
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