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1,184 ft
Distance
71 ft
Climb
3,967 ft
High Point
71 ft
Altitude change
3,895 ft
Altitude min
3,895 ft
Altitude start
3,967 ft
Altitude end
6%
Grade
1%
Grade max
11.5%
Grade min
1,132 ft
Distance climb
49 ft
Distance flat

Buffalo Bean Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Buffalo Bean
    Cochrane, Alberta
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions[+]
    Popular In Reverse
    • Both Directions for Trail Running
    • Both Directions for Hiking
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Land Owner
    Bike Cochrane

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Buffalo Bean is a 361 m blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Cochrane Alberta. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. Trail visibility is always easy to follow.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 37 rides
  • 6 miles avg distance
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  • 38 rides
  • Last: Sep 9, 2026
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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is Buffalo Bean located?
        Buffalo Bean is located in Buffalo Bean, Cochrane, Alberta, Canada. It is part of the Buffalo Bean trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 51.20473, -114.49686.
        ▼ How hard is Buffalo Bean?
        Buffalo Bean is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 6%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Buffalo Bean?
        Buffalo Bean has 71 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 3,895 ft to 3,967 ft.
        ▼ Is Buffalo Bean a point to point trail?
        Buffalo Bean is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Buffalo Bean?
        Buffalo Bean is 1,184 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Buffalo Bean?
        There is no information about dogs being allowed on Buffalo Bean. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
        ▼ How do I access Buffalo Bean? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Buffalo Bean are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How busy is Buffalo Bean?
        Buffalo Bean has limited popularity data available. There have been 97 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 184 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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