Hikers who want to see The Wave, an undulating sandstone landscape that's one of the most photographed – and in-demand – destinations in the Southwest, will soon have an easier time applying for a ...

This is an updated version of the article written by Yvonne Jasinski Want to hike the Wave in Arizona? You are not alone. This famous rock formation is on many people ...

I won a permit and hiked The Wave, an unmarked trail that runs through Utah and Arizona. Only 64 permits are issued each day, and we had to attend a safety briefing before hiking. Once we filled out a ...

Access to The Wave in 2026 remains tightly controlled through two low-odds lotteries, with strict geofencing and non-transferable permits. Those who win must prepare for unmarked, challenging terrain ...

SALT LAKE CITY -- Outdoor enthusiasts and landscape photographers hoping to land one of the elusive permits needed to explore the colorful, contoured landscape of a hike called The Wave in the U.S.