Anyone else find The Wave crowded?
Feb 24-26, 20263 people1 min read
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Anya Kozlov
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
4
Gear that made the difference on The Wave:
We went Classic out-and-back from Wire Pass before heat builds starting at 6:00 AM. Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning. Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.
Gear that worked: Crampons, Base layer, Buff.
Light gaiters helped keep sand out during the hike out.
Quick scores: overall=5, difficulty=4, views=5
Trust your prep.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Feb 2026Weather
Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning.
Trail
Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.
Water
No on-route water, so we packed the full day carry.
Crowds
Empty
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Have a turnaround time.
- •Share beta when asked.
- •Bring one extra liter.
- •Poles help more than you think.
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