Buffalo Campground
     

      Buffalo Campground is located approximately 6.5 miles southwest of the small town of Buffalo Creek at an elevation of 7,400 feet. There are 41 campsites situated around two loops (inner and outer). This campground is fairly open under a stand of ponderosa pine trees. There are four vault toilets and four water hydrants in the campground. Most of the sites will accommodate medium sized RVs. Reservations are accepted for sites 16 – 41. The rest are on a first come/ first served basis. The Buffalo Creek mountain bike area offers cyclists 30+ miles of trail riding. The Colorado Trail runs through the area and allows hikers access to the trail in several locations. This campground can be crowded due to its close proximity to Denver. Open May through early September.

Features:

41 sites Maximum spur length of 22 feet
Drinking water Disabled facilities
Two restrooms Elevation: 7,400 feet 
Reservations accepted  

 

Link to recreation.gov (877-444-6777)

 

South Platte Ranger District:     303-275-5610

Activities:
HIKING: The Colorado Trail runs through the area offering hiking opportunities.

BIKING: Thirty miles of trails are available in the Buffalo Creek mountain bike area.

WILDLIFE VIEWING: Wildlife Viewing: There is an abundance of wildlife for your viewing pleasure.

Directions:
     
Take Highway 285 to Pine Junction. Turn south on Highway 126 and follow it to the town of Buffalo Creek . Follow 126 approximately 3 miles south to the intersection of Forest Road (FR) 550. Turn right onto FR 550 and travel 5 miles to the campground.

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