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Day Trips from Cody, Wyoming: Exploring the Wild West

Destination: Cody, Wyoming

    1. Yellowstone National Park
    2. Overview: Just a scenic drive away from Cody, Yellowstone National Park beckons with its geothermal wonders, abundant wildlife, and breathtaking vistas. The world's first national park boasts iconic sites like Old Faithful geyser, Mammoth Hot Springs, and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Prepare for a day of wonder as you witness nature's power and beauty up close.
    3. Duration: Full Day
    4. Departure Time: 7:00 AM (recommended to beat crowds)

    5. Must-See: Old Faithful eruption, Yellowstone Lake, Lamar Valley for wildlife watching.

    6. Beartooth Highway Scenic Drive

    7. Overview: Dubbed 'America's most beautiful drive', the Beartooth Highway winds through Montana and Wyoming, offering panoramic alpine views that will leave you speechless. This All-American Road climbs to nearly 11,000 feet, passing glaciers, high-altitude lakes, and towering peaks. Perfect for a leisurely drive or motorcycle adventure.
    8. Duration: Half Day
    9. Departure Time: 10:00 AM

    10. Highlight: Stop at Beartooth Pass overlook for a photo op and enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the majestic scenery.

    11. Buffalo Bill Center of the West

    12. Overview: For a day immersed in Western culture and history without leaving Cody, visit this world-class museum complex. Comprising five museums under one roof, it showcases art, firearms, Native American artifacts, natural history, and of course, the life and legend of Buffalo Bill Cody himself.
    13. Duration: 4-5 Hours
    14. Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    15. Don't Miss: Whitney Western Art Museum and Cody Firearms Museum.

    16. Cody Nite Rodeo

    17. Overview: Experience the thrill of a real Wyoming rodeo under the stars. Every night from June through August, the Cody Nite Rodeo comes alive with bull riding, barrel racing, and other classic rodeo events, providing an authentic taste of the cowboy lifestyle.
    18. Start Time: 8:00 PM
    19. Evening Activity: Arrive early to grab some traditional rodeo food like hot dogs and nachos before settling in for the show.