The Wave report: early start paid off
Feb 9-11, 20264 people1 min read
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Ashley Harrison
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4.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
4
Sub-10lb kit on The Wave.
We went Wire Pass route with waypoint checks at major slickrock turns starting at 4:45 AM clear sky made timing simple and kept visibility high. Sand sections were soft but easy to follow with track lines.
Gear that worked: Microspikes, Sun hoodie, Approach shoes, Base layer.
Light gaiters helped keep sand out during the hike out.
Some trips stay with you.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Feb 2026Weather
Clear sky made timing simple and kept visibility high.
Trail
Sand sections were soft but easy to follow with track lines.
Water
Water management was the main planning task for the day.
Crowds
Crowded
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Keep snacks accessible.
- •Pack a dry layer.
- •Poles help more than you think.
- •Move over for faster hikers.
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