How to Hike The Wave (Arizona) - The Complete Guide

[@rafaelrieck6655]

Believe it or not: 30 years ago I saw a picture of that landscape in a German book. It was described as "hidden valley" in the Paria Canyon-Vermillion Cliffs Wilderness between Utah and Arizona. I wanted to see that "hidden valley" on a trip to AZ. Nobody in Kanab and Page could tell me where it is. I asked a ranger who said:"You´ ll never find it!" But without a map or GPS, I seeked 3 days and .....found it! Without a permit! And I didn´t see any people! An adventure of my life. Now I´m 80 and see that fantastic video on my sofa!

[@MukeshKaushal]

@@rafaelrieck6655 You did a great job. Thanks for sharing your experience. I am also planning to visit.

[@rafaelrieck6655]

@@MukeshKaushal I really hope, you`ll get a permit in the lottery!

[@ThePrincessLeia]

@@rafaelrieck6655 Thank you very much for sharing this amazing experience.

[@Anime_edits-y6u]

@@rafaelrieck6655 my respect 🙏

[@gioman360]

Nice

[@Bluebird-wj4nj]

It's good for folks to understand about this hike. I know people who went to all the trouble (and luck) to get a permit, and go there and not really know what they were doing and they never found the Wave! They got lost on the hike! This was back when they only let 20 people per day in. What a waste of a permit / opportunity. So, your video is very helpful!

[@t-linn]

I've watched many videos about hiking to The Wave. This is hands down the best one. It's not even close. Thank you.

[@linkpaivichit7651]

I wholeheartedly agree! Quality content indeed.

[@Christina0925]

This is a fantastic hike! I did this with my family in April 2022 (my parents were 72 and 67 years old) and we had no problem! Short hike and not as difficult.

[@ervinslens]

Another brilliantly crafted episode bud, absolutely gorgeous and such a professionally executed video!

[@Hikingguy]

thank you!

[@twwtb]

Excellent video. The desert is very beautiful in the rain. IMO, that is the time to see it.

[@beehappee2883]

What a great video! Thank you so much for sharing this. I’m going to do this hike in Nov 2024 & was a little nervous about it but after seeing your video you’ve calmed my nerves. Thank you!

[@moto-rambler]

Wow, a fantastic introduction to a fantastical place. Thx so much for all the work you put into this video!

[@daverly95]

Great video. We went here in September 2023, and it was an amazing experience. Your tips are spot on.

[@heidic41]

Thank you for this video!!! We got a permit for November and this was super helpful.

[@diannad8905]

wow...thank you so much for all of your efforts to prepare this for us! Hoping to go in April 2025. Fingers crossed! New sub!

[@GhalebJJaber]

Amazing video very rich with important information, thanks

[@angicrosby5490]

We have permit for end of March. This is very helpful! Thank you so much for all the detail!

[@rkatrails]

Very cool place, for sure! You tamed the hike to make it look doable. Certainly worth a trip to check it out.

[@sheetalfm]

This is one of the best video of the wave. Thank you for making the video

[@yakkobdi]

Thanks for such a detailed info

[@billbeyatte]

Wow! Excellent primer. Now I just need a permit. Thanks

[@JustSay_Yes]

Thank you for making such a great video. I'm still playing the lottery, but someday I'll hike it. We did get to hike South Coyote Buttes which was incredible. The guides I've talkted to say South is much larger and better. Personally I loved White Pocket the best. It's such a cool area

[@EnglishFlorals]

Out of this world! Thanks for sharing.

[@jonnyzero0]

Beautiful hike, did it a couple years ago. Definitely worth the effort to snag a permit and get there. It took me 2 years to actually get one.

[@ElectricTechAdventures]

Thanks for producing this quality video showing exactly what to expect for logistics as well as the beauty of the destination!

[@Hikingguy]

You're welcome, glad it was helpful!

[@k1k2lee]

Thanks for that I might slip that in the end of the week,plan on bagging buckskin Gulch from wire pass

[@steveschwartz6138]

Awesome. I did this in December 2023. I will never forget the beauty of this trail. I saw lots of bighorn sheep. i stopped at Old town Paria afterwards for more cool stripped rock formations.

[@Hikingguy]

Nice have never seen the sheep here, must have been pretty cool

[@iowa_don]

I have always wanted to hike to the Wave. Thanks for the detailed information.

[@swhite393]

Another great video. Thank you!!! You have added so many hikes to our "out west" trip coming up in September.

[@madalinapodaru362]

Hi, I came across your channel while looking for trails in this area . Waiting to see if we get the permit for July *fingers crossed * my 11 year old daughter is praying every day 😂 . Your video is Fantastic!

[@alainvanlith]

Amazing video! We were there in 2009 but didn't get lucky with the permit. Hope it stays beautiful for a very long time

[@Nini-z5n9b]

Thank you so much for such informational video!

[@watdahek2]

Just beautiful! Thank you.

[@souettequinn4663]

Amazing hike/tour. I know I'll never get to hike this due to mobility issues...but I felt as close as I've ever been with this video. Thank you.

[@Hikingguy]

Glad to hear that, thank you. Stay tuned for many more trail guides for beautiful spots...

[@EricThePilot]

Excellent video! It really helps us get prepared for the visit! Thanks

[@bryandexter7874]

Love your channel. Thanks for sharing all of the wonderful info.

[@Linda-ju5df]

Wow, congrats on getting a permit! I've been trying for years and still no luck . And thank you for the detailed guide. I never knew it was such a trek just getting to the Wave. Guess the necessity of actually looking up how to do the hike never came up yet lol.

[@Hikingguy]

I've gotten the permit a few times so far - I try in winter or summer (leave before dawn) - think the chances are better at those times than in spring / fall

[@Christina0925]

I got a permit on Jan 1 for April. It is totally possible if you apply consistently for a year

[@sierraseb3311]

Wow! What a great job !

[@murphy19351]

This video is amazing. I'll be doing the hike solo and this video is a great resource.

[@Hikingguy]

Thank you!

[@lelandkelley2199]

Wow , I have to hike ! Thanks

[@peterbedford2610]

Great stuff. Thanks

[@HuskyMike]

Great guide. I'll definitely have to add this to the list. Seem like you could spend quite a bit of time just wandering around and exploring. I might have missed if you covered it but no backpacking/ backcountry camping, I assume?

[@vivianesantos6006]

Thank you for your video it was incredible ❤

[@mandymitchell99]

Nice walkthrough, thank you ! I’m going to try it next week. I’ll be in the area.

[@Hikingguy]

Good luck, def worth the effort

[@AdventuresOfLifeExperiences]

Well done and informative video

[@Bextasy423]

Very informative..thanks for this video!!

[@ianmandel352]

Great detailed video .. thanku

[@amigatommy7]

Thank You!

[@thomascorley7289]

Good job.

[@kathrynkeller1361]

Thanks, amazing detail ❤

[@navihikes]

Do the subway next 😄

[@markpiller6608]

Very early you mention that you can hire a guide. I am interested. 1) Do I have to get a pass for the guide? 2) Do you have any resources on guides to choose from? If #1 above is required - then this is not an option for me. Great video and resources you have already supplied! Thank you

[@Hikingguy]

1 - yes 2 - never did it so I'd just Google it

[@amyfisher7672]

great video! Have you ever seen dogs on the trail? I know they are allowed as long as tey are shown on the permit.

[@Hikingguy]

Yes, you just need to include them on the permit

[@lilianm7151]

Awesome video, Thanks. For sue a bucket list hike. Btw, what equipment do you use to film?

[@Hikingguy]

For this one a DJI Pocket 3 and Sony A7siii

[@MartinisnOlives]

This was amazing. Thanks so much for this! Subbed 👍🏻

[@ScarySpots]

Thanks for showing this, I tried for a week to get a permit and couldn’t get one. Anything else like it that doesn’t have a permit requirement?

[@joefarruggio1987]

Great video thank you. What time would you suggest hiking in May? I’ve read early morning and then around 3pm.

[@Hikingguy]

Yup, leave at dawn or earlier, or later in the afternoon. And double check with the forecast, it can always vary (warmer or cooler).

[@joefarruggio1987]

@@Hikingguy great thanks. Hiked it in the morning. Your video was helpful.

[@marisamoreno724]

Hey Cris, thanks for the video. Quick question on the permit if possible to answer; it notes that you are suppose to have a permit for both the North and South Coyote Buttes. My friend was awarded and I haven't look at the email but the permit was for the North so do we need to now apply for the South or does it give the option when confirming to also get the South. This permit process is a bit confusing.

[@Hikingguy]

I believe they are separate permits, there's no option to add on South (like when you can add Half Dome onto a Yosemite camping permit).

[@Anime_edits-y6u]

I am going in 3 days

[@athenatong3768]

Thanks for the video! Where can I download the map that shows your favorite spots at the wave? Gpx5?

[@Hikingguy]

Link under video or go to HikingGuy.kcom

[@LisaMoallemi]

Any tips on how to score a permit when doing the on-line lottery? I have tried multiple times but no luck.

[@Hikingguy]

Pick the offseason and a weekday - I've scored a few times already doing it that way

[@VivianInTheOC]

Looks incredible! Is overnight camping allowed there?

[@Hikingguy]

No overnights unfortunately

[@ksmobile1]

It looks like a great place. Great job on the video and the detailed information. I remember beautiful place Antelope Canyon that we went to and was just amazed. I am wondering is a photography drone permissible I know national parks you can't do it and not sure if this is a state park or a national park

[@Hikingguy]

@@ksmobile1 Thank you and this area is a drone no-fly zone, but you could probably get some general nearby shots from the main road between Page and Kanab

[@ksmobile1]

@Hikingguy thank you. Can't wait to visit this place

[@Southwest_Trailblazers]

Finally, We got a permit! 5 years of 9 bucks a month!

[@refresh77]

When you pick up the tickets, does everyone in your party attend the safety briefing or can just one person attend it?

[@Hikingguy]

Just 1

[@Cthomas13]

Been trying to get a permit for nearly a decade. Feel like there is a trick to landing a permit or a secret handshake. Can anyone clue me in?

[@Hikingguy]

I've got them weekdays in off season. Never on a weekend or popular months like Nov, etc.

[@lesleymarie7504]

Where do you rent your truck from?

[@Hikingguy]

Avis

[@rudetoy8264]

Even as an American and been apply for permits throughout the years, we can never got to go! Why, we were and are never lucky in any lottery system. From state lottery to national park lottery, we don’t have that kind of luck.

[@polcore443]

Can you take a drone?

[@Hikingguy]

nope

[@finlaymd]

The GPX file is a very short hike. Do you have one for the full 10mi?

[@Hikingguy]

I just checked it - it's all there. The tracks are one way.

[@finlaymd]

Not sure what I am doing wrong. Says distance 1.2mi. All the cool additional spots are marked but the path you highlight in your video is not laid out or at least I don't see it.

[@Hikingguy]

@@finlaymd I'm seeing it okay on my GPS after download - can you try the download direct from here: caltopo.com/m/9D4E9

[@Nelisaac]

What happens if they catch u without a permit?

[@Hikingguy]

Ranger told me usually fine is $1500 but they can go up to $10k and prosecute for jail time if you do something really stupid

[@blandinesoleilperso]

How it cannot be a national park ? Fantastic !

[@Christina0925]

Very delicate

[@TomKolesar]

Sorry you didn't have better weather for your adventure. At least it wasn't hot. I can tell an electronic map is ESSENTIAL. Would hate to get lost out there. Did you rent your Jeep in Cali or did you pick one up over there?

[@Hikingguy]

I've done this one in the summer before and clear in the winter, but never in the rain, this was the first time for that - makes the video harder to do but otherwise was great, nice and cool - and rented the Jeep in PHX as part of a larger trip in AZ - rental rates and airfare to PHX generally much better than Flagstaff or St George in my experience, just have to drive a couple hours more

[@XAlpineSuptDN]

Permits are on a lottery basis. That makes it much more difficult to go.

[@Christina0925]

but there are no crowds

[@CJspitz]

Is it required to attend the orientation before the hike? Also, does the permit grant you to hike Wire Pass Slot Canyon/Buckskin Canyon Overlook?

[@Hikingguy]

Permit is good anywhere in North Coyote Buttes & Orientation is not mandatory

[@CJspitz]

@@Hikingguy thank you for your reply

[@tommyxia9489]

Unfortunately I won't be attempting the lottery knowing that the private consulting company take advantage of the public NPS. And the influencers ruining this sacred space..

[@Hikingguy]

welcome to earth

[@evilliveshere985]

Those lotteries are a SCAM

[@Nini-z5n9b]

Thank you so much for such informational video!

[@ltjadgn]

Thanks!

[@Hikingguy]

Big thank you!!!!