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The Wave (Coyote Buttes North)

The Wave notes: crowds picked up fast

Feb 26-27, 20262 people1 min read
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Zoe Russell

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Difficulty
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Scenery
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Trail Conditions
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Microclimate notes from The Wave. We went Main Wave route w/ extra time for return navigation starting at 5:10 AM. Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier. Sand sections were soft but easy to follow w/ track lines. Preparation is everything.

Conditions at Time of Trip

Feb 2026

Weather

Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier.

Trail

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

Water

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

Crowds

Light

💡Tips from the Trip

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General

  • Physical map as backup.
  • Do not trust parking to work out.
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