Buffalo
16.9 mi
Distance
2,382 ft
Elev. Gain
6h 50m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Buffalo is a point-to-point trail in Apache National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Greenlee County, Arizona. It is 17 miles long and gains 2,382 feet. The surface is gravel. Per Arizona State Parks & Trails, it is open to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Alpine, Arizona, about 13 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 2,302 ft |
| End | 16.9 mi | 2,791 ft |
Trail Details
Bike and horse access: Arizona State Parks & Trails, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Gravel
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Alpine, AZ · about 13 mi away
- County:
- Greenlee County, AZ
- Jurisdiction:
- Apache National Forest · United States Forest Service
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