Buffalo Mountain Trail
Gore Range • Silverthorne, Colorado
hardout and back
6
Miles
2,900
Elevation Gain (ft)
5
Hours
12,777
High Point (ft)
Trail Description
Steep climb from Lily Pad Lake area to the summit of Buffalo Mountain at 12,777 feet. The Gore Range's most accessible big summit, with full panorama of Lake Dillon, the Tenmile Range, and the Gore Range itself.
Trail Highlights
12,777-ft summit
Gore Range panorama
Lake Dillon overlook
Tenmile Range views
Best Seasons
☀️summer
🍂fall
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Trail Information
County:Summit
Nearest City:Silverthorne
Parking Pass:No Pass Required
Dog-Friendly:Yes
Kid-Friendly:No
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