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Buffalo Peaks Wilderness

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Backpack – Buffalo Peaks Wilderness

This trip is for BKPS Group 5 only.

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Kimberly Thornberry
Primary Leader
  • Sat, Jun 21, 2025 — Sun, Jun 22, 2025
  • Denver
  • Backpacking
  • Adults
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 7.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,000 ft
  • Pace: Casual

BKPS Group 5 only.

Meet at the Twin Forks Park and Ride (PNR) on the East (left side if you are coming from Denver) of 285. Arrive between 6:00 am and 6:15 am.  We will depart at 6:30 am.

Route/Place

Buffalo Peaks Wilderness

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

10 essentials for Backpacking

Additional Considerations

    • Food:  Breakfast (1), lunch (2), dinner (1), snacks!  Bring Extra Snacks
    • Water:  1.5 - 2 liters at TH
    • Extra layers for evening/overnight temps
    • Long underwear/sleeping clothes and sleeping socks
    • Hygiene kit
    • Trekking Poles (recommended)
    • Ropes for knot practice (if you still have your WTS ropes)
    • Extra batteries for headlamp (or make sure fully charged)
    • Bear bag/canister (40-50 ft of rope and a carabiner if hanging a bag)
    • Map, Compass, and Trip Plan
    • Rain gear
    • Water shoes (there is a creek crossing)

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