Quick beta: The Wave (crowds picked up fast after sunrise)
Feb 8-8, 20265 people1 min read
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Leif Ashburn
1 reports
5.0
Difficulty
4
Scenery
4
Trail Conditions
4
The Wave. day.
Start: 4:45 AM. 5 people.
Route: Classic out-and-back from Wire Pass before heat builds.
Weather: Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier.
Trail: Route markers lined up well, still worth checking maps often.
Water: Water management was the main planning task for the day.
Crowds: crowded
Gear: Electrolyte mix, Light traction, Offline map downloaded
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
Water management was the main planning task for the day.
Crowds
Crowded
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Do not trust parking to work out at the last minute.
- •Bring one extra liter if you are unsure about water.
- •Keep snacks accessible so breaks stay short and clean.
- •Carry a small trash bag. You will find micro-trash.
- •Start earlier than you think if you want space on the first mile.
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