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.
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.
- Winter Activities
Yellowstone National Park - Skiing
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.
Winter Activities
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Beartooth Rides and Guides
Winter Activities
Beartooth Rides and Guides, based in Cody, Wyoming, offers high-quality winter experiences in the Beartooth Mountains and Cooke City, Montana. We provide scenic trail rides into the Beartooth Range, guided backcountry snowmobile adventures, riding clinics, and avalanche education of all levels for everyone—from first-time riders and families to seasoned backcountry experts.
Our season runs December through April, following the best snow in the high country. Whether you want a relaxed, scenic tour, a confidence-building introduction to backcountry riding, or a challenging technical day with experienced guides, we’re here to help you enjoy the mountains safely and make the most of winter in the Beartooths.
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