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Winter Activities

There’s something magical about Cody Yellowstone in winter. The temperature drops, but we don’t hibernate—wild fun is available all year long and the winter activities are endless: snowshoe or ski across a wild wonderland, where hot springs, deep snow, and crisp air coalesce to awaken your senses. Or gear up for a snowmobile trip, go ice skating, or ice climb a frozen waterfall.

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Out West Adventures

Outdoor Recreation

At RSC Powersports we offer a wide variety of tours in the greater Basin area including one of a kind tours in RSC Powersports Side by Sides with tours of the Kirwin Ghost Town, McCullough Peaks, Red Lakes and Clark’s Fork Canyon. Ghost Town of Kirwin The ghost town of Kirwin, Wyoming is located 34 miles southwest of Meeteetse, Wyoming at the head of the Wood River. Gold and Silver was discovered in this area in 1885. In 1897, the first ore was transported out of the area. During your trip discover Kirwin’s history. Kirwin’s population was about 200 people and included a sawmill, boarding houses, a hotel, two stores, a post office, cabins, stables, and sheds. In February of 1907, an avalanche swept through Kirwin and killed several people. The site was abandoned. Many of the buildings and equipment remain. McCollough Peaks Enjoy an excursion to Wyoming’s McCullough Peaks via Side by Side. The event highlights the extraordinary high desert area including historical information about Buffalo Bill Cody and Jim Bridger as well as the early indigenous people. You will experience unparalleled views, expansive geological formations while watching for wildlife. Red Lakes Red Lakes Recreation area provides over 3,000 acres of trails, play areas, sand washes, steep and challenging hill climbs, and miles and miles of 4WD trails. The area offers a great deal of variety. There is a little bit of everything for all experience levels. Clarks Fork River and Canyon The Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone flows through the Shoshone National Forest through the awesome Clarks Fork Canyon located just inside the mouth of the canyon. The area displays geology that is internationally studied. The canyon is a part of the Nez Perce (Nee-Me-Poo) National Historic Trail and offers abundant fishing, riding and hiking.

Homesteader Park

Outdoor Recreation

Outdoor ice skating rink open daily 11AM-10PM or as cold temperatures permit. Skate shop with rentals, warming hut and concessions available. Call for more information or to make group reservations.

Sleeping Giant

Winter Activities

CLOSED FOR 2025/2026 SEASON

Wyoming's most affordable ski area. Great family skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and Nordic skiing. Beginner to advanced slopes with two terrain parks. Ski and snowboard lessons, rentals, repairs, cafeteria and bar. Will open mid-January to end of March. Fri-Sun 9:30AM-4PM and on all school holidays. 348 North Fork Hwy, Cody, (307) 587-3125, skisg.com, call or visit website for lift ticket and rental prices.

Buffalo Bill Center of the West

Museums

The Center is a Smithsonian Affiliate housing FIVE incredible, family-friendly museums, plus a research library, under ONE roof! The Buffalo Bill Museum, Whitney Western Art Museum, Plains Indian Museum, Draper Natural History Museum, Cody Firearms Museum, and McCracken Research Library - connecting people to the American West through history, culture, art, natural science, authentic chuckwagon dinners, live birds of prey shows, special events, expert talks, and customized exclusive tours. Center admission is good for TWO days!

Wood River Valley Ski Touring Park

Winter Activities

The Wood River Valley Cross Country Ski/Snowshoe Park has 25 kilometers of groomed trails available. Lodging is also available along with ski and snowshoe rentals. Please contact the Meeteetse Rec Office for further information.

Cross Country Skiing - Pahaska Teepee

Winter Activities

19.2 km of ski trail with classic tracks and skate lanes at Pahaska Tepee, the eastern gateway to Yellowstone National Park, west of Cody. These trails are leased through a special use permit from the Shoshone National Forest.

Yellowstone National Park - Snowmobiling

Winter Activities

Roads are groomed for guided snowmobile and snowcoach touring. For information on in-park snowmobile tours and rentals, and snowcoach tours or if you have questions regarding non-commercially guided snowmobile tours, please contact National Park Service at (307) 344-7381 or visit nps.gov/yell.

Yellowstone National Park - Skiing

Winter Activities

Backcountry, groomed and skied-in track trails. Snowshoe trails also. For information on trail conditions, ski/snowshoe rentals and tours, contact Yellowstone National Park Lodges.

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