Buffalo Pathfinders
The Buffalo Pathfinders promote the health, physical fitness and well-being of the people of the United States by organizing, promoting, and conducting scheduled programs of non-competitive, family-oriented participatory lifetime sports
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The Buffalo Pathfinders are a member club of the American Volkssport Association, America's Walking Club. Our club is located in Buffalo, Wyoming. Check out all our upcoming events.
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Clear Creek Trail
Dogs permitted on leash on 5K, not allowed on 11K due to proximity of livestock. Walk includes historic downtown Buffalo, passes the outdoor pool (free to all), Jim Gatchell Museum, then meanders along scenic Clear Creek with the Big Horn Mountains in the background. Halfway on the 11K route is the Veterans Home of Wyoming, the previous site of Fort McKinney. Elevation of Buffalo is 4650 feet.
Mentock Trail
After registering, you must drive short distance to the trail start. Directions are in the walk box. Offers a natural surface scenic walk through mostly forested areas along Clear Creek and the opportunity to picnic in comfort. Picnic tables and restroom facilities are available midway through the hike. The elevation in Buffalo is 4650 feet.
Sheridan
Walk past historic buildings on Main Street. You will also be on the walk/bike path along Little Goose Creek. See the live Buffalo and Elk at Kendrick Park. Elevation 3740 feet. OSB only.
Mt Plains Heritage Park
After registering, you must drive a short distance to the start at Heritage Park. Directions are in the walk box. Experience the western plains as they used to be while enjoying a panoramic view of the nearby Bighorn Mountains and crossing the historic Bozeman Trail. The 12k route includes Willow Grove Cemetery which highlights the history and gravestones of the 1800s. Bathrooms are available only at the Super 8. Buffalo's elevation is 4650 feet.
Hot Springs State Park
Over colorful terraces along the Big Horn River at Thermopolis flows water from mineral hot springs. More than 8,000 gallons flow over the terrace every 24 hours at a constant temperature of 128 degrees Fahrenheit. The park has a free bath house where the water is maintained at 104 degrees for therapeutic bathing. Elevation is 4363. OSB only.
Sinks Canyon State Park
Sinks Canyon is a rugged canyon at the base of the southern Wind River Mountains in Wyoming. Located on the eastern slope of the mountains, the canyon is named for a unique geologic formation, The Sinks, where the river vanishes underground near the mouth of the canyon. Elevation is 6122. OSB only.
Pictures
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Buffalo Pathfinders
Out doing a hike along Clear Creek, which Pepper really enjoyed. Sadly she has passed since this picture was taken.
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Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing on January 1st, 2020 at Willow Park.
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Christmas Party group photo. Lois and Frank are on the right.
It's A Party!
Petrified Wood
Members of the Buffalo Pathfinders hiking in the cold.
Dry Creek Petrified Forest
Cloud Peak Wilderness
Headed out on the trail on a bright and sunny day in Wyoming.
Circle Park Trailhead
Trail System Information
When hiking on the Buffalo Wyoming Clear Creek Trail System, all of the trails are shown on large maps that are easily accessed.
Clear Creek Trail System
Wyoming Sunshine
Believe it or not, the sun DOES shine in Wyoming. Last year the sunny summer was on Wednesday.
Energetic Walkers