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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

Finally got to The Wave

Feb 11-12, 20264 people1 min read
J

Joshua Vaughn

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
5
Done The Wave a few times now. Here is the latest. We went Wire Pass route w/ waypoint checks at major slickrock turns starting at 4:45 AM. Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier. Route markers lined up well, still worth checking maps often. Quick scores: overall=5, difficulty=5, views=5 Bottom line: Have a turnaround time. Grateful for this one. Tips - Have a turnaround time. - Know the bail-out options. - Physical map as backup. - Bring one extra liter. - Keep snacks accessible.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier.

Trail

Route markers lined up well, still worth checking maps often.

Water

Water management was the main planning task for the day.

Crowds

Empty

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Have a turnaround time.
  • Know the bail-out options.
  • Physical map as backup.
  • Bring one extra liter.
  • Keep snacks accessible.
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