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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

Finally got to The Wave

Apr 8-8, 20261 person1 min read
J

Jasper Reed

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
5
The Wave field notes from 2026-04-08. - Route: Main Wave route w/ extra time for return navigation - 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 Quick scores: overall=4, difficulty=4, views=5 Days like this are why I hike.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Apr 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

  • Count your miles.
  • Mark key waypoints.
  • Bring the rain layer even if clear.
  • Test new gear before the trip.
  • Trust the cairns.
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