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Welcome to the home of Buffalo Bill, the Rodeo Capital of the World and the eastern gateway to Yellowstone National Park and experience the real authentic Old West. Cody has remained true to the buckaroo spirit of the Wild West. Its colorful downtown teems with cowboy apparel shops, affordable steakhouses, and bustling saloons. More than just a gateway town, Cody offers numerous attractions.

Step back in time to the old west of the 1890s at Old Trail Town. It’s well worth the visit where you will be transported back in time to the rough and tumble old west. Whilst you are in his town, you have to visit the Buffalo Bill Museum. From June through to the end of August you can experience the Cody Nite Rodeo which provides two hours of real wild western family-friendly action.

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Those pining for an outdoor escape can find mountain biking, hiking, kayaking, fly fishing, horseback riding and river rafting in the nearby Shoshone National Forest. Just a 50-mile drive will bring you to the iconic Yellowstone National Park, where you can spend days admiring geysers, lakes and wildlife. The Cody-Yellowstone area, which includes Powell to the north and Meeteetse to the south, also boasts three scenic byways featuring stunning landscapes. If you’re feeling daring, head to Sleeping Giant for a ziplining experience with breathtaking views of the Absaroka Mountains or zip down the area’s ski runs in the winter. Save some time for strolling through Cody’s downtown, which includes fine restaurants, art galleries, unique shopping and the historic Irma Hotel.

BUFFALO BILL CENTRE OF THE WEST:
It’s time to bring it all back to where it started with an ode to the city’s founder, William Frederick Cody, aka Buffalo Bill. An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, The Buffalo Bill Center of the West is an enormous structure comprised of 5 museums, each designed to be entertaining, educational, and exciting for all ages. Start at the Buffalo Bill Museum to take a walk through the life of the man himself, then learn the history of thousands of guns throughout the ages at the Cody Firearms Museum. See one of the largest curated collections of Western art anywhere in the world at the Whitney Western Art Museum or get a hands-on look at the natural marvels of Yellowstone at the Draper Natural History Museum.

BUFFALO BILLS IRMA HOTEL & RESTAURANT:
Relive the spirit of Buffalo Bill Cody in a place he loved, named after a little lady he loved. Since 1902, Buffalo Bill’s Irma Hotel & Restaurant has served up tasty eats and a belly-warming cocktail, capped off by a classic room to hang your hat in for the night. Named after his youngest child, the Irma has been thoughtfully restored to retain the original charm that made it a favorite of visitors and locals alike. Check out Buffalo Bill’s own Historical Room at the hotel, and get a real feel for the finest Western accommodations back in his heyday. With so much history, Buffalo Bill's Irma Hotel is also famous for being a one of the most popular haunted places in Wyoming for guests to visit!

OLD TRAIL TOWN:
If you want to explore the Western way of life, what better way to do it than in buildings where folks like Butch Cassidy and Buffalo Bill spent their time? Old Trail Town in Cody is an incredible historian-recreated village, using the original structures from days gone by to put significant homes, saloons, and even hideouts all in one place. Not only can you take a closer look at the buildings themselves, but the street you’re strolling down is just as symbolic; this is the exact spot where plans for the city of Cody came to be! If you want to feel like an original cowboy, come see how the original cowboys really lived. For an incredibly close view of the Native American civilizations that call the area home, don’t miss the Plains Indian Museum while you’re there.

Riverton

Riverton sits at the convergence of the Big Wind and Little Wind Rivers which has been a meeting place and crossroads since pre-historic times. Riverton is home to many outdoor activities: play a round of 18-hole golf, go hunting, fishing, hiking or rock climbing and all within a few minutes drive. From skateboarding, bicycling and walking to ice skating, sledding, and playing in the snow; there is something for everyone to do!

Rails to Trails is a trail used for biking, walking and jogging that cuts through town along the old railroad right-of-way. Down this trail, you will be able to view multiple monuments and historical markers as well as a multitude of wildlife and a variety of plants and flowers. The 1838 Rendezvous Site served as a gathering and trading place. It is still used today and is the only rendezvous site that remains at the original location. This area is open year-round and includes walking paths that lead to a wealth of historical preservation.

Thermopolis & Hot Springs State Park

Thermopolis, is a hot spot for history, geology and family fun. Spend the day at Hot Springs State Park viewing other-worldly landmarks shaped by natural hot springs, fishing along the Big Horn River or getting a glimpse of Wyoming’s state bison herd. Take a relaxing dip in the area’s healing mineral waters by visiting the free state bath house, or add water slides into the mix with a trip to Hellie’s Tepee Pools or Star Plunge.

Once you’ve had your fill of hot springs in Thermopolis, head to the Wyoming Dinosaur Center or Legend Rock Petroglyph to be transported back to prehistoric times. You can even tour live dig sites and, in the summer months, join paleontologists in digging for fossils. A short trip north to Kirby will bring you to the highly ranked Wyoming Whisky distillery, while a trip south will bring you to the opening of the stunning Wind River Canyon, which you can see along the nearby Wind River Canyon Scenic Byway.

Lovell

Nestled in the scenic foothills of the Bighorn Mountains, Lovell, Wyoming, is a charming small town that offers visitors an authentic Western experience paired with easy access to some of the region’s most spectacular natural landscapes. Known as the “Rose City” for its rich agricultural heritage, Lovell serves as an ideal gateway for outdoor enthusiasts and history lovers alike.

One of Lovell’s greatest attractions is its proximity to the vast Bighorn National Forest, a sprawling wilderness area renowned for its towering pine forests, crystal-clear lakes, and rugged mountain terrain. Visitors to Bighorn National Forest can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, including hiking, wildlife viewing, and horseback riding.

The town’s historic downtown area features charming shops, restaurants, and galleries that reflect the spirit of the American West. Seasonal events and festivals celebrate the community’s agricultural roots and vibrant local traditions.

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