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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

The Wave report: worth every step

Apr 9-9, 20263 people1 min read
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Sarah Bennett

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
5
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
4
The Wave done. Route: Wire Pass route with waypoint checks at major slickrock turns. Weather: Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning.. Trail: Sand sections were soft but easy to follow with track lines.. Water: Water management was the main planning task for the day.. Crowds: light. Ratings: 4 overall, 5 difficulty, 5 scenery. Grateful for this one.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Apr 2026

Weather

Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning.

Trail

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

Water

Water management was the main planning task for the day.

Crowds

Light

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Turnaround time is not negotiable.
  • Mark key waypoints.
  • Count your miles.
  • Study the route at home.
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