Park County

Park County is an administrative region in northwestern Wyoming covering a vast landscape with diverse terrain. The county encompasses portions of Yellowstone National Park and Shoshone National Forest, with several major rivers flowing through its boundaries.

The county was established in 1909 from the western portion of Big Horn County and named after Yellowstone National Park. Its creation reflected the region's growth during the era of western settlement and development.

Cody, the county seat, was founded by William F. Cody and carries his name, reflecting the town's ties to frontier history and the Buffalo Bill legacy. The founder's influence remains visible in local landmarks and community identity.

Visitors reach the county via U.S. Highways 14, 16, 20, and 191, which pass through Cody and connect to Yellowstone National Park. Good road access makes it straightforward to explore different parts of the region.

Heart Mountain Relocation Center was one of Wyoming's ten largest settlements during World War II, housing over 10,000 Japanese Americans. This remote site operated as a self-contained community with its own governance structure.

Location: Wyoming

Inception: 1911

Capital city: Cody

Shares border with: Park County, Carbon County, Big Horn County, Washakie County, Hot Springs County, Fremont County, Teton County, Gallatin County

Website: http://parkcounty.us

GPS coordinates: 44.49000,-109.56000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 22:08