

Rolling sandstone ridges, juniper-studded slopes and broad valley views make Buzzard Gulch Trails a strong spot for landscape and raptor photography. Capture layered rock textures, sweeping vistas toward the Uncompahgre Plateau, seasonal wildflowers and soaring buzzards/raptors. Trails are unblazed singletrack with short steep sections; parking available along Spring Canyon Rd. No entry fee. Best light at sunrise and sunset for warm side-light and long shadows; spring and fall offer wildflowers/


Rolling sandstone ridges, juniper-studded slopes and broad valley views make Buzzard Gulch Trails a strong spot for landscape and raptor photography. Capture layered rock textures, sweeping vistas toward the Uncompahgre Plateau, seasonal wildflowers and soaring buzzards/raptors. Trails are unblazed singletrack with short steep sections; parking available along Spring Canyon Rd. No entry fee. Best light at sunrise and sunset for warm side-light and long shadows; spring and fall offer wildflowers/