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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

The Wave report: not what we expected

Mar 25-26, 20262 people1 min read
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Megan West

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
4
We had been planning The Wave for months, and it finally happened. 6:50 AM start with group of 2. The Classic out-and-back from Wire Pass before heat builds route felt right for conditions wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier. The boring prep stuff matters.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Mar 2026

Weather

Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier.

Trail

Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.

Water

No refill options at all, which drove our turnaround time.

Crowds

Moderate

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Turnaround time is not negotiable.
  • Tell someone your plan.
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