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Recreation Region: South Park Ranger Dsitrict

Buffalo Peaks Trailhead

Buffalo Peaks Trailhead provides access to a middle section of Salt Creek Trail which accesses southeast portions of Buffalo Peaks Wilderness.

Seasonal wildlife closure on Forest Service Road 431, entrance only permitted by foot/horse Jan. 1- June 15th.   

General Information

Wilderness regulations apply within Buffalo Peaks Wilderness.

Getting There

Directions

From Fairplay, CO take US Highway 285 south for 12 miles. Turn west onto Forest Road 431.  Follow Forest Road 431 for about five miles to the trailhead.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated February 18th, 2025