Just to the northwest of Cody, the Outlaw Trail network includes 17 miles of trails that wind through sandstone formations, junipers, and hidden valleys. The climb up is rocky, but after the turnaround, the trail swoops downhill through grasses, sage, and wildflowers to a shady creek bed.

Just outside of town, this short hike leads to big views of Oregon Basin and the mountains surrounding Cody. The trail is a smooth, walkable dirt road and the area is most beautiful in the early morning and evening, when the sunrise and sunset create gorgeous shades of purple and orange on the sandstone ledges.

Camping with dogs is an ancient activity. Before metal tools, before farming, maybe even before there were humans in what we now call Wyoming, people and dogs were keeping each other company around a campfire.

This is a difficult trek up a steep mountain, but the view from the top of Observation Peak is one of Yellowstone’s most breathtaking.

Little Sunlight Trail follows Little Sunlight Creek just over the boundary into the North Absaroka Wilderness. You can either make this a lollipop or out and back adventure. Views, wildlife and an incredibly scenic drive in make this a great trail.

If you are going to hike in our area, you are going to be hiking in grizzly territory. And while the presence of an apex predator should affect how you hike, it shouldn’t keep you from going. It’s just important that you follow some guidelines.

It’s April, which means spring winds are howling, shaking the rafters and kicking up the dirt. But you’re itching to get outside and take advantage of that warm sun and those bluebird skies. Where can you go adventuring but not end up getting blown to South Dakota? We've got you covered. Check out these four great ways to escape the wind in Cody that allow you to enjoy the great outdoors in Wyoming, regardless of what the wind is whipping up.

This classic Bridge Bay-area hike has been an escape from boardwalks and crowds for decades. There is a great reason it’s so popular.

A seldom-hiked trail that climbs into one of Yellowstone’s wildest spots.

A classic hike to the top of eastern Yellowstone’s best summit.