The Wave notes: mixed conditions
Feb 20-22, 20266 people1 min read
R
Rafi Bennington
1 reports
4.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
3
There is something about Vermilion Cliffs in February that just hits different.
We took Classic out-and-back from Wire Pass before heat builds with group of 6. Started around 5:10 AM when wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier. The trail route markers lined up well, still worth checking maps often. No refill options at all, which drove our turnaround time.
Quick scores: overall=4, difficulty=3, views=5
Hope this helps.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Feb 2026Weather
Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier.
Trail
Route markers lined up well, still worth checking maps often.
Water
No refill options at all, which drove our turnaround time.
Crowds
Light
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Sunglasses are not optional.
- •Share beta when asked.
- •Move over for faster hikers.
- •Break in boots at home.
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