Group Travel Planner
Cody, Wyoming
Contact: Claudia Wade, Director Cody Country Visitors Council P.O. Box 2454 Cody, Wyoming 82414
(307) 587-2297 [email protected] (800) 393-2639 www.yellowstonecountry.org
Check us out on Facebook! Facebook|Cody/Yellowstone Country ABOUT CODY: Cody, The town of Cody was founded by Col. William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody in 1896 and incorporated in 1902. Wyoming
“Buffalo Bill” entertained royalty, presidents and many hunting parties in Cody Country . . . we have a history of hosting groups! has a
The charm of our unique community; a myriad of activities; our world class attraction, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West; and the genuine hospitality history extended to your guests, will ensure your group will enjoy their stay in Cody Country. of hosting
LOCATION: groups.
North central Wyoming, 36 miles south of the Montana border. Only 52 miles from the East Gate of Yellowstone National Park (via the Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway - U.S. Hwy. 14-16-20) and 78 miles from the Northeast Gate of Yellowstone National Park (via the Chief Joseph Scenic Byway).
ELEVATION: 5,095 ft.
POPULATION: 9,833 (2013)
CLIMATE: Average 300 sunny days annually Average annual rainfall, 9.4 inches Average annual snowfall, 24.2 inches Warmest month, July Coldest month, January
TRANSPORTATION:
AIRPORT: Yellowstone Regional Airport - 1 mile east of Cody (307) 587-5096 www.flyyra.com
Delta Connection operated by SkyWest from Salt Lake City, Utah (307)587-9740 or (800)221-1212, year round.
United Express from Denver, Colorado (307)587-9740 or (800)241-6522, May-September.
Charter: Choice Aviation (307) 587-9262
GROUND: Cody Cab (307) 272-8364 Cody Shuttle Service (307) 527-6789 Cody’s Town Taxi (307) 250-3939 Marquis Sedan Service (307) 254-2357 Cody Nite Rodeo Bus (307) 272-5573 Yellowstone Quake Bus (307) 250-1125
Rental Cars: Avis (307) 587-4082 800-331-1212 Budget (307) 587-6066 800-527-7000 Dollar (307) 587-3604 800-800-4000 Hertz (307) 587-2914 800-654-3131 Thrifty (307) 587-8855 800-THRIFTY
Page 1 Cody offers a variety of lodging properties including national chains, resorts, guest ranches, bed and breakfasts and independently owned properties. Cody,
ACCOMMODATIONS (40+ Units) Wyoming AmericInn Lodge & Suites 67 Units Restaurants Nearby (307) 587-7716 Brenda Feller, General Manager offers a Beartooth Inn 50 Units Restaurants Nearby Drive (307) 527-5505 Parul Patel, Owner/Manager variety of Best Western Premier Ivy Inn & Suites 70 Units Restaurant (307) 587-2572 Karen Schumacher, Manager Best Western Sunset Inn 120 Units Restaurants Nearby lodging (307) 587-4265 Karen Schumacher, Manager Big Bear Motel 60 Units Restaurants Nearby and dining (307) 587-3117 William Holly, Manager Buffalo Bill Village 83 Units Restaurant for groups.
(307) 587-5544 Quintin Blair, General Manager Buffalo Bill’s Antler Inn 40 Units Restaurants Nearby Walk (307) 587-2084 Mike Darby, Owner/Manager Buffalo Bill’s Irma Hotel 39 Units Restaurant (307) 587-4221 John Darby, Owner/Manager Cody Cowboy Village 50 Units Restaurants Nearby (307) 587-7555 Bill Thieleman, Owner Cody Legacy Inn & Suites 54 Units Restaurants Nearby (307) 587-6067 Kellie & Bryan Edwards, Owners
Cody Super 8 64 Units Restaurants Nearby
(307) 527-6214 David Epperle, Owner Comfort Inn 74 Units Restaurant (307) 587-5556 Penny Gail, General Manager Holiday Inn 186 Units Restaurant (307) 587-5555 James Blair, General Manager Kings Inn 53 Units Restaurants Nearby (307) 527-6604 Rakel Holmes, Manager Moose Creek Lodge & Suites 56 Units Restaurants Nearby (307) 587-2221 Christi Livingston, Manager
Pahaska Tepee Resort 45 Units Restaurant (307) 527-7701 Angela Coe, Manager Rodeway Inn 48 Units Restaurants Nearby (307) 587-4201 Lois Taylor, Manager Sunrise Motor Inn 40 Units Restaurants Nearby (307) 587-5566 Ming Li, Owner/Manager The Cody 75 Units Restaurants Nearby (307) 587-5915 Celes Watson, Manager
See Buffalo Bill’s Cody/Yellowstone Country Vacation Travel Guide for information
on other properties or visit our website at www.yellowstonecountry.org.
RESTAURANTS that can seat large groups (50+ with advance notice) or package box lunches: Large Group Seating: Package Box Lunches: 8th Street (307) 587-2572 Peter’s Café (307) 527-5040 Cassie’s Supper Club (307) 527-5500 Rocky Mtn Mojoe (307) 578-8295 Cody Cattle Co. (dinner) (307) 272-5770 The Eatery (307) 587-4771 Irma Hotel (307) 587-4221 QTs Restaurant (307) 587-5555 Olive Glenn Country Club (307) 587-5688
QT’s at the Holiday Inn (307) 587-5555
Center of the West (307) 587-4771 Page 2
BUFFALO BILL CENTER OF THE WEST: Five separate museums housed in one facility: the Buffalo Bill Museum, Cody Firearms Museum, Whitney Western Art Museum, Cody, Plains Indian Museum, and the Draper Natural History Museum. A world-class facility. A MUST SEE. Allow 3+ hours. 720 Sheridan Avenue, Cody. Wyoming:
Adult $19.00 Phone: (307) 578-4114 Senior $18.00 [email protected] a myriad Student (18+ with I.D.) $16.00 www.centerofthewest.org Youth (6-17) $12.00 of western 5 and younger Free Contact Debra Elwood for group rates. and
Hours: March 1 - April 30 Daily 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. cultural May 1 - Sept 15 Daily 8 A.M. - 6 P.M. Sept. 16 - October Daily 8 A.M. - 5 P.M. attractions November Daily 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. Dec - Feb Thurs-Sun 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. and Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day
HISTORIC OLD TRAIL TOWN AND MUSEUM OF THE OLD WEST: A collection of 26 activities. authentic buildings and artifacts from the mid to late 1800’s that have been Cody’s downtown is filled relocated to where the original town site of Cody was. See Butch Cassidy’s Hole-in- with art galleries, unique the-Wall cabin and gravesites of several notable mountain men including Jeremiah shops and restaurants. It is “Liver-eating” Johnston. Allow 1 hour. 1831 Demaris Drive, Cody. a perfect spot for an
Adult $9.00 Phone: (307) 587-5302 evening stroll or a “dine Senior $8.00 [email protected] around” for your noon or Youth (6-12) $5.00 www.oldtrailtown.org evening meal.. 5 and younger Free Contact Kathy Rediske for group rates.
Mid-May through September Daily 8 A.M. - 7 P.M.
CODY NITE RODEO: Cody is called the “Rodeo Capital of the World”. Cody hosts the longest-running consecutive rodeo performances in the United States. Covered grandstands seat 4,000. Allow 2 hours. 519 W. Yellowstone Avenue, Cody.
Adult (13+) $20.00 Phone: (800) 207-0744 Child (7-12) $10.00 [email protected] 6 and younger Free www.codystampederodeo.com
Contact the Stampede Office for group rates.
June - August Nightly 8 P.M.
THE CODY NITE RODEO BUS: provides round trip transportation within a close distance from most hotels and campgrounds (307) 272-5573 .
BUFFALO BILL DAM & VISITOR CENTER: A “natural history” museum, beautiful views of the Shoshone Canyon, dam overlook . Located just six miles west of Cody on Hwy 14/16/20.
Free Admission, Audio Tour $4.00 Phone: (307) 527-6076 [email protected] www.bbdvc.com Hours: May & September Mon-Fri 8 A.M. - 6 P.M. June - August Mon-Fri 8 A.M. - 7 P.M. Sat-Sun 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
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CODY TROLLEY TOURS: A fun, old-time trolley that tours the city of Cody to glimpse the old and new West. A one hour, 22 mile tour presents local history, area attractions, geology, wildlife and spectacular scenery interwoven with the compelling story of “Buffalo Bill” Cody. 42 seating capacity. 1192 Sheridan Avenue, Cody. Adult $27.00 Phone: (307) 527-7043 Senior (65+) $25.00 [email protected] Youth (6-18) $15.00 www.codytrolleytours.com 5 and younger Free
Contact Greg Pendley for group rates.
Late May - September Daily Tours 11 A.M., 3 P.M. with additional
9 A.M. and 1 P.M. during peak season
HEART MOUNTAIN WWII INTERPRETIVE CENTER: The Center is dedicated to the preservation, interpretation and commemoration of the historical site where nearly 14,000 Japanese Americans were confined during World War II. Open year- round. Located between Cody and Powell along Hwy 14A, off Road 19.
Adult $7 Phone: (307) 754-8000 Senior/Student $5 [email protected]
12 and younger Free www.heartmountain.org Call for group rates.
May 15 - September Daily 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. October - May 14 Wed - Sat 10 A.M. - 5 P.M.
DAN MILLER’S COWBOY MUSIC REVUE: Featured in USA Today, this award- winning music variety show offers family entertainment with Americana, bluegrass, songs of the American West, and cowboy poetry. Located at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. Enjoy dinner and show package or show only.
Dinner/Show Package $40 Phone: (307) 578-4114 Show Only $16 [email protected] Dinner/Show/Museum Package $56 www.centerofthewest.org Contact Debra Elwood for group rates.
Mid-May - September Mon - Sat Dinner 5:30 P.M. Show 6:30 P.M.
CODY CATTLE COMPANY: All you can eat buffet and live, award-winning entertainment for the whole family. Western style, picnic-table seating.
Show Only $16 Phone: (307) 272-5770 Dinner & Show $30 [email protected] Dinner, Show & Rodeo $47 www.thecodycattlecompany.com Contact Anita Fredricks for group rates.
June - Sept. 23 Nightly 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. Show begins at 6:30 P.M.
SLEEPING GIANT ZIPLINE: Five station, dual-cable zipline and freefall platform with a total of 3,100 feet of side by side riding fun!
Adult Full Tour Rate $75 Phone (307) 587-3125 Call for group rate [email protected] www.zipsg.com
June 15 - September 15 Daily 9 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
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CODY FIREARMS EXPERIENCE: Shoot guns of the Old West, from Lewis and Clark to Buffalo Bill. Also features an arcade room with electronic interactive shooting range. 142 W. Yellowstone Ave., Cody. Prices start at $39.00 Phone: (307) 586-4287 [email protected] www.codyfirearmsexperience.com Contact Paul Brock for group rates.
Summer Daily 9 A.M. - 9 P.M. Winter Tues-Sun Call for hours
RIVER TRIPS: Cody has three companies that cater to any age group. The Shoshone River is not “whitewater” rafting, but guests will get wet on these beautiful float trips through a historic canyon with spectacular wildlife. Group discounts, allow 2 hours for short trip.
Red Canyon River Trips: (307) 587-6988 River Runners of Wyoming: (307) 527-7238 Wyoming River Trips: (307) 587-6661
May-September Daily 9 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
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DAY ONE: Itinerary
3:30 P.M. Arrive Cody, Wyoming OLD TRAIL TOWN Cody, HEART MOUNTAIN WWII INTERPRETIVE CENTER CODY FIREARMS EXPERIENCE Wyoming 6:30 P.M. Choose dinner at one of the local restaurants or DAN MILLER’S COWBOY MUSIC REVUE DINNER/SHOW or THE CODY CATTLE COMPANY DINNER/SHOW
8:00 P.M. CODY NITE RODEO
DAY TWO:
7:30 A.M. Breakfast - local restaurant
8:30 A.M. BUFFALO BILL CENTER OF THE WEST
12:00 Noon Lunch - local restaurant
1:30 P.M. RIVER FLOAT TRIP - Short trip
3:30 P.M. River Float concludes - change into dry shoes!
4:00 P.M. Tour Cody’s historic downtown district; shop and tour western art/furniture galleries.
Take a CODY TROLLEY TOUR
Tour BUFFALO BILL DAM & VISITOR CENTER and surrounding area.
6:00 P.M. See the CODY GUNFIGHTERS re-enactment, downtown
6:30 P.M. Choose dinner at one of the local restaurants or DAN MILLER’S COWBOY MUSIC REVUE DINNER/SHOW or THE CODY CATTLE COMPANY DINNER/SHOW
8:00 P.M. CODY NITE RODEO
DAY THREE:
7:00 A.M. Breakfast at hotel
8:30 A.M. Depart for Yellowstone National Park via Buffalo Bill Cody Scenic Byway into the East Entrance
9:30 A.M. Stop at Sleeping Giant for a thrilling zipline ride
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES: Cody Dug Up Gun Museum Hidden Treasure Charters Boat Tour Powell Ag Tours Homesteader Museum Meeteetse Museums Cody Mural Historic Site Horseback Trail Ride Wild Mustang Tour
Festivals and Events (see calendar) Page 6 2017 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Cody, May 6-7 Meeteetse May Day in Meeteetse
May 12-13 Cody Best of the Rockies presents: Cody Country Horse Sale Powell &
May 17 Cody Masterpieces of Ballet Meeteetse, June 3 Meeteetse Party in the Pasture Antique Tractor & Truck Rally and Rodeo
June 3 Meeteetse Legend Rock State Petroglyph Site Tour Wyoming
June 14-18 Ralston Jake Clark’s Mule Days Calendar June 17-18 Cody 36th Annual Plains Indian Museum Powwow
June 28-July 29 Cody RMDT presents: Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show Of Events
June 30 Cody Cody/Yellowstone Xtreme Bulls Event
July—August Cody Free concerts in the City Park Bandshell
July 1-4 Cody 98th Annual Cody Stampede Celebrations
July 14-16 Cody Winchester Arms Collectors Association Show
July 15 Meeteetse National Day of the American Cowboy
July 21 Meeteetse Free Live Outdoor Cowbilly Concert
July 22 Cody Yellowstone Beer Fest
July 23 Meeteetse Historic Double Dee Guest Ranch/Amelia Earhart Tour
July 25-29 Powell Park County Fair
July 28-29 Powell Heart Mountain Pilgrimage
July 29 Meeteetse Historic Pitchfork Ranch Tour
August TBD Cody Wranglers Champions Challenge
August 5 Cody Cody Air Fair
August 12 Powell Plaza Diane Renaissance Fair
August 12 Meeteetse Annual Kirwin Tour
August 18-20 Cody Cody Wild West River Fest
August 19 Powell Wings ‘N Wheels Air & Car Show
August 19 Cody Great Dam Day
August 21 Wyoming Great American Total Solar Eclipse
August 25-26 Cody Cody Country Car Show
Sept. 2-4 Meeteetse Annual Labor Day Celebration
Sept. 7-9 Cody Yellowstone Quilt Fest
Sept. 8-9 Powell Homesteader Days Festival
Sept. 8-9 Cody Trapper Stampede Rodeo
Sept. 9-10 Powell Wyoming Desperados Regional Mounted Shooting Competition
Sept. 18-23 Cody Rendezvous Royale
Sept. 22-23 Cody 36th Annual Buffalo Bill Art Show & Quick Draw
For more events or further information contact Claudia at (307) 587-2297 or (800) 393-2639 Page 7