Hiking Trails & Parks in Buffalo Creek, Colorado
64 hiking & walking trails and 7parks, recreation areas & campgrounds in Buffalo Creek, located in Jefferson County, Colorado. Free trail map for every listing.
About Outdoor Recreation in Buffalo Creek, Colorado
Buffalo Creek offers 64 mapped hiking trails and 7 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Jefferson County, Colorado, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado?
Yes — we have 64 mapped hiking and walking trails in Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado?
Raspberry Ridge / Blackjack near Buffalo Creek is rated hard — the toughest classification among Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado for families?
Baldy 727 near Buffalo Creek is one of the best family picks in Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado?
Each of the 64 trails in Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado?
Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado has 7 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index. Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado?
Yes — 2 of Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado's parks have mapped campsites, from first-come sites to Recreation.gov reservations. The largest is BUFFALO CAMPGROUND with 37 sites. See the full campgrounds guide below for the ranked list.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Jefferson County for more options beyond Buffalo Creek, Jefferson County, Colorado.
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