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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

The Wave

Feb 8-10, 20264 people1 min read
M

Mark Davenport

1 reports

5.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
3
Late start, late finish the Wave in the evening light. We went Classic out-and-back from Wire Pass before heat builds starting at 6:25 AM. Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier. Sand sections were soft but easy to follow with track lines. Golden hour delivered. Plan accordingly.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier.

Trail

Sand sections were soft but easy to follow with track lines.

Water

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

Crowds

Empty

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Bring one extra liter.
  • Test new gear before the trip.
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