Buffalo Crossing Cg
USFS · Campground · Fee
Fast facts
- Cost
- Fee charged
- Managed by
- USFS
- Type
- Campground
- Reservations
- fs.usda.gov
- Nearest dump station
- Big Lake Dump Station Dump Station · 6.7 mi
- Coordinates
- 33.7910, -109.3580
- Last verified
- September 18, 2026
About this place
At the southern end of the East Fork canyon is Buffalo Crossing Campground, an old Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) era site which actually boasts the largest campsites along the river.The East Fork meanders through the forested valley shaded by tall ponderosa pines and bordered by grasses, alders, and cottonwoods.Campsites are located a few steps from the stream to protect the Black River 's unique riparian zone, but access to the river is easy as the undergrowth serves more to enhance the river 's picturesque nature than to obstruct easy passage.Clickherefor a map.
From the USFS.
Is Buffalo Crossing Cg free?
No. Buffalo Crossing Cg charges a fee. It is managed by the USFS. Sites are reservable through fs.usda.gov.
How do I get to Buffalo Crossing Cg?
Directions from Alpine: Drive two miles north on US Highway 191 to Forest Road 249. Turn west and follow this wide, graveled forest road 5 miles to Forest Road 276. Turn south and follow Forest Road 276 for six miles to the East Fork Recreation Area.
Nearby
SourceData from the USFS. Last synced September 18, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
