Notable peak · Siskiyou, California

Buck Peak

Buck Peak is a peak in Siskiyou, California.

Buck Peak: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

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

Best time to visit Buck Peak

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

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

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

Visiting Buck Peak: tips

  • Go at sunrise or sunset for the best light; carry a warm layer.

How to reach Buck Peak — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 41.97485, -123.30450. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Buck Peak?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Buck Peak?

    Nearby: Red Buttes Wilderness (sanctuary, 0 km), Kangaroo Mountain (viewpoint, 13 km), Collings Mountain (viewpoint, 19 km), Oregon Caves National Monument (cave, 20 km), Applegate Lake (lake, 20 km), Boaz Mountain (viewpoint, 35 km).

    Is Buck Peak worth visiting?

    Buck Peak is listed as a notable peak in California on Spotwander.