The Wave Coyote Buttes
🇺🇸United States
The Wave is a sandstone rock formation located in the Coyote Buttes North area of the Paria Canyon-Vermilion Cliffs Wilderness in Arizona, USA. It features undulating patterns formed from Jurassic-age Navajo Sandstone, with a permit system regulating visitor access to preserve its integrity.
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The Wave's unique geological features are the result of wind erosion and rainwater shaping the Navajo Sandstone over millions of years. The area covers approximately 1.5 square miles and allows only 20 visitors per day through a permit lottery system to minimize environmental impact. The Wave is accessed via a 6-mile round-trip hike, requiring visitors to be prepared for harsh desert conditions and navigational challenges.