Buffalo Peaks
Date: 10/23/2020
Partner: Solo
Trailhead: Buffalo Peaks Road
Summits: East Buffalo Peak, West Buffalo Peak
Difficulty: Class 2
Distance: 9.25m
Elevation Gain: 3365ft
Duration: 4hrs
A gentle hike with expansive views on the Mosquito's most southerly peaks. There was some easy bushwhacking to get back to the main trail after descending West Buffalo... but nothing too bad. In fact on the way in I opted to hike through the forest to eliminate switchbacking on the road.
9.25m - 3365ft - 4hrs
Frosty fall views on Buffalo Peaks Road
After hiking a few miles below treeline the views really opened up. L2R: East Buffalo & West Buffalo
A gentle approach to East Buffalo
The hike to East Buffalo's summit was enjoyable but relatively uneventful
Great views of the Sawatch from East Buffalo's massive summit
The traverse from East Buffalo to West is less than a mile of class 2 hiking.
Pikes Peak and Antero Reservoir in the distance behind East Buffalo
Expansive views descending from West Buffalo
Hey Lil' Buddy!
East Buffalo with my gracious host
ok... It was great to see you... I had a really nice time. Let's do it again soon!