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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

Back from The Wave: crowds picked up fast

Mar 1-1, 20266 people1 min read
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Seth Robinson

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
4
The Wave field notes from 2026-03-01. - Route: Classic out-and-back from Wire Pass before heat builds - Weather: Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning. - Trail: Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry. - Water: No refill options at all, which drove our turnaround time. - Crowds: moderate Trust your prep. Tips - Trust the cairns. - Study the route at home. - Know the bail-out options. - Know the signs of altitude.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Mar 2026

Weather

Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning.

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

  • Trust the cairns.
  • Study the route at home.
  • Know the bail-out options.
  • Know the signs of altitude.
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