Buffehr Creek

Tucked away behind a ridge on the north side of I-70 in West Vail is the growing Buffehr Creek neighborhood. Here, developer/builder Ed Zneimer has creatively used a conservation easement on nine acres of land to help shape growth and to protect public access to US Forest Service lands, including the popular North Trail.

This south-facing site is primarily an alpine grass and montane environment. It is populated by big and small game as well as numerous non-game species.

The property’s scenic vistas include sandstone outcrops, fractured upthrusts of granite and inspiring pinnacles. Some visible geologic formations can be dated to the Pre-Cambrian period dating back more than 1.7 billion years.

Things to do here:

Outdoor access, hiking, birdwatching, cycling, wildlife watching, conservation, wildlife, nature, recreation, dog friendly, scenic vistas, free

Before you go:

This trail is closed April 15 – June 20 for resource protection and wildlife calving, feeding, and migration needs.

Species you may see:

Elk

Bobcat

Black Bear

Mountain Lion

Mule Deer

Birds

Bald Eagle

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