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Buffalo Summit

Buffalo Summit is a viewpoint in Lander, Nevada.

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Buffalo Summit: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: usually quiet; mostly local visitors. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Buffalo Summit

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Crowd: Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

Typical week: Mon quiet · Tue quiet · Wed quiet · Thu quiet · Fri light · Sat light · Sun light.

How to reach Buffalo Summit — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 39.14992, -117.78622. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    How is the weather and view today?

    No visitor has reported the weather & road status for Buffalo Summit yet. Typical pattern: usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

    What is the best time to visit Buffalo Summit?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Usually quiet; mostly local visitors.

    What are the places to visit near Buffalo Summit?

    Nearby: Broken Hills (viewpoint, 21 km), Desatoya Peak (viewpoint, 30 km), Bell Mountain (viewpoint, 32 km), Cold Springs Pony Express Station Ruins (fort, 33 km), Cold Springs Station Site (fort, 34 km), Fairview Peak (viewpoint, 41 km).