Buffalo Campground

GPS INFO: Latitude, Longitude: 39 34'037" - 105 32'85"

# OF SITES: 38 (24 reservable, 14 first-come, first-serve)

OPEN SEASON: Memorial Day weekend in May to Labor Day weekend in September.

DESCRIPTION: Located about an hour's drive southwest of Denver, CO at an elevation of 7,400 feet, this campground offers a wonderful opportunity for individuals or families to enjoy the great outdoors. Nearby is Buffalo Creek and the Colorado Trail, which provide ample hiking and biking opportunities. Summer temperatures range from 75-80 degrees during the day to a pleasant 55-65 degrees at night. Wildlife is abundant in the surrounding areas. There is drinking water available as well as vault toilets.

USAGE: Medium-Heavy

RESTRICTIONS: Maximum 8 person per site, 2 tents and 2 vehicles or 1 recreation vehicle. - Dogs must be leased at all times - No discharge of firearms or fireworks

HOST ON SITE: Yes

DISTRICT: South Platte Ranger District (303) 275-5610

• Closed for the winter

• Tent sites available

• Trailer sites available

• No Backpacking

• $15 fee per site for overnight
• $5 fee for day use
• $5 fee for 3rd vehicle

• Vault toilets available

• Drinking water avialable (pump)

• No fire bans at this time
• Firewood for sale

• Nearby Buffalo Creek is a popular fishing area for brook trout. You must be legal with the Colorado Division of Wildlife and follow all local regulations.

• Buffalo Creek Recreation Area trail system is easily accessible from this area. Several trailheads are within a 1/2 mile radius of the campground.

• Buffalo Creek Recreation Area trail system is easily accessible from this area. Several trailheads are within a 1/2 mile radius of the campground.

• Buffalo Creek Recreation Area trail system is easily accessible from this area. Several trailheads are within a 1/2 mile radius of the campground.

• From U.S. Highway 285 turn south at Pine Junction on to Jefferson County Road 126. Follow Jefferson County Road 126 to FDR 550, approximately 13.5 miles south. Turn west on Forest Road 550. The campround is 5 miles.