Cody is a city in Park County. Cody, Wyoming is a unique and historic community located at the east entrance of Yellowstone National Park, in northwest Wyoming. Colonel William F. "Buffalo Bill" Cody founded the town of Cody in 1896. Over the year's, Cody has grown to become the trade center for an area larger than some states. The end result is that Cody can provide the cultural and social amenities, shopping, family activities and the feel of a large city while maintaining the rural character and quality of life of a small western community.
Because of its location as the Eastern Gateway to Yellowstone National Park, Cody is a popular destination for those looking for a more 'Western' experience during their vacation. There are many attractions in or near Cody that allow the visitor to take a step back in time...to the 'Old West.' Whether you are looking for a historical perspective on the life and time of Buffalo Bill Cody, or want to venture into the Ghost Towns of the late 1800's and early 1900's, Cody is the place to be. Cody, Wyoming's roots in the Western lifestyle will keep you busy for days.
Yellowstone is the largest national park in the lower 48 states covering over 2.2 million acres. This equals 3,472 square miles. The scenic drive from Yellowstone's east entrance to Cody is roughly 1 hour in length and showcases one of the most beautiful canyons and topographies to be found anywhere in America.
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Yellowstone National Park and the Absaroka and Beartooth Mountains, Cody is surrounded by some of the country’s most scenic country. It is ideal for the outdoor enthusiast—camping, hiking, fishing, boating, hunting, whitewater rafting, mountain biking, golfing, rock and ice climbing, snowmobiling, cross country skiing. You get the picture—it’s recreation a la carte.
The Big Horn Mountains stretches 70 miles and is located between the Bighorn Basin and the Powder River. Early explorers of the region called the Big Horns the "Shining Mountains" for its snowcapped peaks. The Native Americans of the area refer to the mountains as "Ahsahta" which means, "The Big Horns," referring the the bighorn sheep that populate the area. Although the Big Horns are not as majestic and jagged as the Teton Range of WyomingÕs northwestern border, they do boast several peaks above 9,000 feet. Cloud Peak is the tallest peak of the Big Horns and sits at 13, 175 feet.
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $184,033
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 9,268. Cody covers 9.28 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 5,088 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 82414 - Area code: 307
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for an area larger than some states. The end result is that Cody can provide the cultural and social amenities, shopping, family activities and the feel of a large city while maintaining the rural character and quality of life of a small western community.