Buchanan Pass Wilderness Trailhead
Buchanan Pass Wilderness Trailhead is five miles west of Camp Dick at the end of the Middle Saint Vrain four-wheel-drive extreme road. This road should only be attempted by experienced drivers with a high clearance four-wheel-drive vehicle.
General Information
This trailhead provides access to the Buchanan Pass Trail.
Camping permits required for all overnight trips between June 1 and September 15. Overnight permits cost $5 per group, per trip from June 1 through September 15.
Organized groups are required to have a permit for both camping and day-hiking year round. Day-hiking permits are free.
Motorized equipment and mechanized transportation are prohibited.
Pets must be on a hand-held leash at all times.
Campfires are prohibited year round.
Campsites must be at least 100 feet away from water and trail.
Group size is limited to 12 (people and livestock combined).
Processed weed-free feed is required for stock.
Fishing and hunting is permitted in accordance with regulations established by the Colorado Parks & Wildlife.
No fees are required for this site
Dogs must be on a hand-held leash.
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 40.1298
Longitude: -105.523803
Directions
Approximately 6.5 miles north of Ward on Colorado Highway (CO) 72, watch for signs for Peaceful Valley and Camp Dick Campgrounds. Turn west onto Middle Saint Vrain Road (County Road 92 and National Forest System Road 114) and proceed approximately one mile to Camp Dick. Continue west five miles on the rough four-wheel-drive road to Buchanan Pass Trailhead.
Parking
Limited parking is available in a small parking area.
Facility and Amenity Information
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.
Processed weed-free feed is required for stock.
