Established Camping
Buffalo Springs
Buffalo Springs, near Fairplay, Colorado, is a peaceful campground that offers a rustic escape surrounded by beautiful pine trees. With spacious sites that provide a good amount of privacy, it’s a solid choice for those looking to unwind in nature.
The campground features non-electric sites with picnic tables and fire pits, perfect for cozy evenings under the stars. Visitors have noted the well-maintained grounds and the welcoming camp host, making it a friendly spot to set up camp. One camper mentioned, “We were there during off-peak and leaf peeping season. Well maintained, quiet, and peaceful site at our time of stay.”
For outdoor enthusiasts, Buffalo Springs is conveniently located near hiking trails and offers stunning views of the surrounding meadows and mountains. Some campers appreciated the quiet atmosphere, with one stating, “Spaces are a fair distance apart from each other, making for a quiet atmosphere.”
While the campground has basic amenities like vault toilets and a water pump, it’s best to come prepared, as there are no nearby markets or showers. If you’re looking for a serene getaway where you can enjoy nature and recharge, Buffalo Springs is definitely worth considering.
Description
Overview
Buffalo Springs Campground sits on a rolling hillside in the San Isabel National Forest, providing an ideal setting for biking, hiking, horseback riding and rock climbing.
Recreation
Picnicking and wildlife watching are also great activities. Look out for sightings of mule deer, bald eagles and chipmunks. Volleyball courts and horseshoe pits are also provided on-site.
Facilities
Campsites are widely spaced. Parking aprons are dirt and rocky and fit a maximum trailer length of 30 feet. Amenities include campfire rings, picnic tables, vault toilets, drinking water and parking for up to two vehicles.
Natural Features
Tucked in a stand of aspen, spruce and other mixed conifers, Buffalo Springs offers private, secluded campsites. At 9,000 feet altitude, the campground maintains a glowing reputation as a place for excellent mountain views.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (661) 702-1420.
Nearby Attractions
The nearest large fishing and boating lake is Antero Reservoir, the first man-made lake to be built on the South Platte River. The lake produces trophy class fish, including rainbow, brook and cutthroat trout. The nearest town is Fairplay, Colorado, a historic gold mining settlement of the Pikes Peak Gold Rush. The town has an open air museum that sets that helps recreate the life and times of the 19th century gold rush era.
Charges & Cancellations
Cancellations Individual Campsites: Cancellations up to 2 days before a reservation start date incur a $10.00 cancellation fee. A visitor who cancels a reservation the day before or on the day of arrival will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee including tax and applicable add-on for a campsite. Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. No-Shows A no-show visitor is one who does not arrive at a campground and does not cancel the reservation by check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. Staff will hold a campsite until check-out time on the day following the arrival date. No-shows are assessed $20.00 service fee and forfeit the first night's rate, taxes and applicable add-on for a campsite. Refunds Visitors may submit a refund request through their Recreation.gov profile within 7 days of the end date of their reservation. Refunds will not be issued after the 7 days has ended. Refunds for debit or credit card payments will be issued as a credit to the original bank or credit card used to pay. For check or cash purchases, Recreation.gov will mail a Treasury check for refunds of cash, check, or money order payments to the address associated with the reservation. Treasury check refunds may take up to 6-8 weeks to arrive. In the event of an emergency closure, the Recreation.gov team or facility manager will refund all fees and will attempt to notify you using the contact information within the Recreation.gov visitor profile.
Location
Buffalo Springs is located in Colorado
Directions
From Fairplay, take Highway 285 south for about 12.5 miles, just 3 miles past County Road 22 turnoff. Turn right onto Forest Road 431 and continue one mile to campground.
Coordinates
39.0338889 N
105.9891667 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage- VerizonNo Coverage
AT&TLTESome Coverage
Detours Nearby
Buena Vista Overlook
25 min away
Rapid #6 Dispersed on Arkansas River
31 min away
Drive Time
- 1 hr 39 min from Colorado Springs
- 1 hr 48 min from Denver
- 1 hr 52 min from Pueblo
- 1 hr 57 min from Boulder
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonNo Coverage
- AT&TLTESome Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Big Rig Friendly
