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Basics
Location:
South of Frisco, near Fairplay
Setting:
Mountainous
Length:
2.8 mile roundtrip
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Time:
1.5 to 2 hours
Trailhead Elevation:
10000 feet
Elevation Change:
1000 feet
Season:
Summer - Fall
Description
This trail enters the Buffalo Peak Wilderness at the saddle. Mountain bikes are prohibited in the wilderness.
Details
Location: South of Frisco, near Fairplay
Setting: Mountainous
Length: 2.8 mile roundtrip
Difficulty: Intermediate
Time: 1.5 to 2 hours
Trailhead Elevation: 10000
Elevation Change: 1000
Season: Summer - Fall
Useful Map(s): USGS Quads: South Peak
Additional Details: Potable water at Weston Pass Campground. Backcountry water is at Rich Creek at end of trail.
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
South of Frisco, near Fairplay.
Access is at the Weston Pass Campground, along County Road 22, which goes to Weston Pass, or from the Rich Creek Trail #616.
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