Frequently Asked Questions
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Contact Numbers:
What are some useful telephone numbers in Cody?
Travel Tips:
Where is Cody?
Where are the closest airports and distances?
What is the average temperature in Cody?
Facts & Tidbits:
What is the population of Cody?
What is the elevation in Cody?
What makes the town so special?
Activities & Attractions:
What are the most popular summer and winter activities in Cody?
What are the most popular attractions in Cody?
What are some of the best events held in Cody?
Contact Numbers:
What are some useful telephone numbers in Cody, Wyoming?
Chamber of Commerce: (307) 587-2777
Grand Teton National Park: (307) 739-3300
Yellowstone National Park: (307) 344-7381
Reservations: (888) 733-1093
Road Info: 1-888-WYO-ROAD or http://map.wyoroad.info/
Buffalo Bill State Park: (307) 587-9227
Travel Tips:
Where is Cody?
Located in northwest Wyoming, Cody is the main port to the east entrance of Yellowstone. Billings is located 2.75 hours northeast of Cody and Jackson, Wyoming is located about 4.5 hours through Yellowstone and south. More on Transportation to Cody.
Where are the closest airports and distances?
The Yellowstone Regional Airport (COD) is located in Cody, Wyoming and offers direct service from Salt Lake City. More Info on Local Airports.
Where is the average temperature in Cody?
Cody is lucky enough to see about 300 days of sunshine each year. Mid summer months see an average of 72 F with a high in the 90s and low in the 60s. Winter months see an average of 24 F. Average annual rainfall is 9.4 inches and snowfall is 24.2 inches.
Facts & Tidbits:
What is the population of Cody?
Cody is home to about 9,000 residents while Park County is home to a total of 23,000.
What is the elevation in Cody?
Cody sits at 5,095 feet.
What makes the town so special?
The Wild West is still very much alive in Cody, Wyoming. Cody is a great stopping point on your way to or from Yellowstone and people always complain that they didn't schedule enough time to hang out in Cody.
What are the most popular summer and winter activities in Cody?
Popular summer activities include fishing, hiking, hunting, horseback riding and whitewater rafting. Winter is very well known among ice climbers.
What are the most popular attractions in Cody?
Don't leave Cody without a visit to the Rodeo, a drive along Chief Joseph Scenic Highway, or a day exploring Buffalo Bill State Park.
What are some of the best events held in Cody?
Cody Rodeo is at the top of the list, but other fun events include the Wild West Balloon Festival and the Cody Wild West Shootout.