Cody

Cody is a mountain town in Park County in northwestern Wyoming, where the Shoshone River flows through. Mountain ranges surround the settlement on several sides, forming natural barriers in the landscape.

William F. Cody founded the settlement in 1886 as a waypoint for travelers heading to Yellowstone National Park. The town developed quickly as a regional center in this remote mountain region of Wyoming.

The town carries the name of William Frederick Cody, who became known as a bison hunter and showman under the stage name Buffalo Bill. Today it serves as a starting point for travelers exploring the eastern gateway to Yellowstone, maintaining its Western town character.

The town sits roughly 80 kilometers (50 miles) east of the Yellowstone entrance and is accessible via mountain roads that may close in winter. Many shops and facilities reflect its Western heritage and are walkable within the downtown core.

Every evening from June through August, the Cody Nite Rodeo takes place, featuring riders and cattle in traditional Western competitions. Old Trail Town on the edge of the settlement displays authentic pioneer buildings from the late 1800s, relocated here from Wyoming and Montana.

Location: Park County

Inception: 1886

Elevation above the sea: 1,523 m

Website: https://codywy.gov

GPS coordinates: 44.52333,-109.05722

Latest update: December 11, 2025 21:47