I love this story! My trouble with him runs pretty opposite your problem with Tally: I can’t keep him OUT of the water!

Camp 2 nights and summit the Buffalo Peaks 13ers if you want more of a challenge. I mean, the darn thing was sketchy for Will and I since the weight of our backpacks kinda threw us around.

Usually, she has on her backpack with the handle on top, so I can just guide her across. I grew irritated and decided to hop back out and try to convince her, once again, to use the log. Flanked by the Collegiate Peaks, in Spring and Summer the area is awash with rushing creeks, lush wet lowlands & deep green forests. Please explore responsibly! Yay for Tals getting up the courage to get across, that log bridge does look scary! Recreation Tals kept crawling into the water, but she would panic when the current caught her and would U-turn and scramble right back out. Over Memorial Day weekend, Will and I decided to celebrate his migration to Colorado by doing a little backpacking. That sweet scent that wafts through the mountain air when the sun heats up the tree sap. He’s not allowed on our bed at home (or on the couch) so it’s a treat for both of us to be able to snuggle. 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. Haha it’s called the Squadron Cap by Outdoor Research. Which of course freaked me out, like there was a bear nearby or something. We tackled a few creek crossings as the trail continued to wind into the wilderness, but nothing major and all of them had solid bridges that Tally, Will and I could handle with ease. I spent at least 10-15 minutes jumping in and out of the glacial water, and I was starting to think that she would never get across. Instead, I lobbied for the Buffalo Peaks Wilderness, a frequently deserted area by Fairplay, Colorado. I honestly didn’t think Tals was going to cross, and I sure didn’t want her to become more scared than she already was. But no. Instead, we agreed that we wanted a mellow overnight trip so that we could head out on Saturday morning and be back by late Sunday night. We continued on the very easy trail until we finally reached the point where the single track touched the stream. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Find solitude 2 hours from the Front Range. ), so the entire day was enjoyable. By this point, my feet were so numb that hiking barefoot through snow didn’t even make a difference. 5.0 Hahahah, that is awesome! That’s what I did all last weekend. Spotted a moose across the meadow late in the evening and we had one come through camp while we slept (read: tried to sleep, but sat awake trying to figure out what was outside the tent. We spent a few minutes trying to coax Tals onto the log, but she wasn’t having any of it. Starting at the Rich Creek Campground this wonderful moderate hike forms a loop by connecting the Rich Creek Trail and the Tumble Creek trail. I would say another couple of weeks to be snow free but it was very soggy plan for your feet to get completely wet. Have you ever had any problems with your dog in the backcountry (or anywhere else)?

Luckily, the plan worked and Tals grew some serious guts! Cl... Overview Instead, we agreed that we wanted a mellow overnight trip so that we could head out on Saturday morning and be back by late Sunday night. This is almost entirely within the Buffalo Peaks Wilderness so please observe wilderness restrictions posted on the parking lot sign. This is a great hike that is very close to Buena Vista, CO. She’d wake up at all hours, crying and pacing in the tent. After spending a ridiculous amount of time tromping up and down the length of the creek, I realized there was no better location to cross. We backpacked about 6.5 miles from the trailhead before setting up camp in the trees in between a meadow and lake. We're committed to building a better, more inclusive home for the modern outdoors. Ha!). Ugh that cold water hurts to think about! This meant she literally only had to swim 3-4 feet at a time by herself, and I thought I would be able to reach her by the time the current started to freak her out. We spent a little more time enjoying the sun and relaxing by the creek, but we both realized we could easily fall asleep there in the sunshine. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I can only imagine your frustration and thinking you were going to sleep there…lol Beautiful area…..looking forward to part 2…. We had decided early on that we wanted to spend the night in Buffalo Meadows, a beautiful meadow located at the midway point around 12,000 feet.

All Rights Reserved. Fingers crossed we get some serious rain or something. In the morning we found the tracks and confirmed it was indeed a moose that came to visit.
Does this sound familiar to anyone else?! I wrote a post about it recently if you want to check it out: https://www.justacoloradogal.com/2013/05/tips-for-backpacking-with-your-dog.html. We decided on one last ditch effort before we threw in the towel: Will stood in the middle of the creek on a log while I crawled (back) into the water from the opposite bank. (That sounds SO PATHETIC but it’s true!!) A little ice bath always does the body good though, right? Since we only had six miles to cover on Saturday, we were able to amble and enjoy the scenery.

One of my all-time fave smells? When I climbed in, my toes went numb and I felt stabbing icicle pains in my calves. Take in the scenery while enjoying scenic drives, hiking through forests, road biking, and exploring our IMBA Gold Level Ride Center recognized mountain bike trails. 2000 ft gain The loop features a range of terrain including forests, meadows, and creeks. I had read that this route followed a creek the entire time (hence the name! Camping: Back-country camping is permitted in Buffalo Creek Wilderness. Did I mention what I treat I am as a girlfriend?! Lakeview Campground, with wonderful views of the Twin Lakes Reservoir, offers a large space with options for tent, RV and group camping. Luckily, the plan worked and Tals grew some serious guts! The loop lends itself perfectly to backpacking. I knew this was one area that would be void of any people, even on Memorial Day Weekend! Elbert, Colorado's highest peak, among fragrant ponderosa pines. Access to water generally isn't a problem with many creeks along the route, and there are good water sources near the Buffalo Meadows campsites. It is a great choice for hikers and campers as it offers secluded locations that people looking for an escape from urban life would definitely appreciate. However, the stream had been missing for the first couple of miles because of the direction we had chosen for the loop.

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