The Wave report: harder than we thought
Mar 25-27, 20266 people1 min read
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Daria Lonsdale
1 reports
4.0
Difficulty
3
Scenery
5
Trail Conditions
3
Been doing The Wave for years. This time:
We went Classic out-and-back from Wire Pass before heat builds starting at 6:00 AM. Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier. Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.
Overall 4/5. Difficulty 3/5. Scenery 5/5.
TLDR: Be friendly at the trailhead.
Trust your prep.
Tips
- Move over for faster hikers.
- Keep music in your ears only.
- Share beta when asked.
- Be friendly at the trailhead.
Conditions at Time of Trip
Mar 2026Weather
Wind stayed mild and made exposed sections feel easier.
Trail
Slickrock footing was solid where it stayed dry.
Water
Water management was the main planning task for the day.
Crowds
Light
💡Tips from the Trip
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General
- •Move over for faster hikers.
- •Keep music in your ears only.
- •Share beta when asked.
- •Be friendly at the trailhead.
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