The Wave: cool morning, warmer finish
Jan 28-29, 20264 people1 min read
J
Jessica Benson
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
5
The Wave timeline (rough)
- 6:50 AM: started moving
- +1h: settled into pace and stopped fiddling with layers
- +2h: first real break and water check
- +4h: turned around or started the exit
- finish: tired but not cooked
Conditions: Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier. Route markers lined up well, still worth checking maps often. Water management was the main planning task for the day.
Crowds: crowded. Crew: 4 people.
Overall it was a smooth day.
What helped: Poles help more than people admit on slick or steep exits. If the trail is muddy, slow down instead of fighting it.
Ratings (1-5): overall 5, difficulty 3, scenery 5, conditions 5.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Jan 2026Weather
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
Crowded
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Carry a small trash bag. You will find micro-trash.
- •Download your map before you lose service.
- •If the trail is muddy, slow down instead of fighting it.
- •Bring one extra liter if you are unsure about water.
- •Poles help more than people admit on slick or steep exits.
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