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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

Back from The Wave: route finding was tricky

Apr 6-6, 20266 people1 min read
J

James Wexford

1 reports

4.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
4
Took the whole family to the wave. We went wire pass route with waypoint checks at major slickrock turns starting at 6:50 am. Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning. Route markers lined up well, still worth checking maps often. Short version: first aid kit is mandatory. Miles are earned, not given.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Apr 2026

Weather

Cold start turned into warm sun by mid-morning.

Trail

Route markers lined up well, still worth checking maps often.

Water

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

Crowds

Moderate

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Bring the rain layer even if clear.
  • Tell someone your plan.
  • First aid kit is mandatory.
  • Extra socks change everything.
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