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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

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 2026

Weather

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

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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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