Private Hiking Tour in Cody: 6-Mile Loop with Local Guide

A 6-mile loop through sage, juniper and red rock with the one guide who knows Cody's trails.

A private guided hiking tour in Cody, Wyoming takes you on a 6-mile loop through local sage, juniper and red rock country with Dave, a full-time Cody resident and permitted guide with over 20 years of hiking and guiding experience in the Rockies. The tour lasts around three hours, includes pickup from downtown, bottled water and snacks, and covers easy-to-moderate terrain with 721 feet of elevation gain. Minimum age is 13. A moderate level of physical fitness is needed.

The experience

You're in Cody for a day or an afternoon and want to get out of town without spending hours driving. A short drive from downtown puts you on a 6-mile loop that winds through the sage, juniper and red rock country that surrounds the town. The kind of landscape that makes Cody feel like it sits at the edge of something wild. Dave, who has lived here full-time for over two decades and spent that time hiking and guiding in the Rockies, knows which trails deliver the most in the least time. This one is neither too long nor too difficult, and it's close enough that you're back in town before the afternoon is gone.

The hike itself is easy-to-moderate, climbing 721 feet over the 6-mile loop. You'll move through open country where wildlife sightings are possible, and the views are the kind that make people stop to photograph them, so bring a phone with storage. Dave provides trekking poles, a backpack, water and snacks, so you show up ready to walk. He's permitted, insured and CPR certified, which means he operates within local regulations and knows how to handle the terrain and the people on it.

The whole experience takes around three hours from pickup to return. It's enough time to feel like you've left the town behind and enough of a workout to recharge you for whatever comes next in your trip.

What’s included

• Pickup from downtown Cody.
• bottled water and snacks.
• trekking poles and backpack.
• three hours of guided hiking with Dave, a permitted, insured and CPR-certified guide.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (13 to 79 years) · Under 13: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 15 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPets welcomeNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Hiking Buddy

Is this one for you?Dave guides in English, so you need to follow spoken directions and commentary comfortably. The moderate fitness requirement means this tour suits people who hike regularly or are used to a steady climb. If you're new to hiking or recovering from injury, check with Dave about whether this loop fits your fitness level.

Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How difficult is the 6-mile loop and what kind of fitness do I need?

The hike is rated easy-to-moderate with 721 feet of elevation gain. You should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. The tour is not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health.

What does Dave provide and what should I bring?

Dave supplies trekking poles, a backpack, bottled water and snacks. Footwear and clothing are your responsibility. Wear sturdy hiking boots and layers appropriate for the weather.

How long does the whole tour take from start to finish?

The tour runs around three hours, including the short drive from downtown Cody to the trailhead and back.

Will I see wildlife on this hike?

Wildlife sightings are possible on the loop, though not guaranteed. The open sage and juniper country is habitat for local animals, so keep your eyes open and your camera ready.

What's the minimum age for this tour?

The minimum age is 13. Service animals are allowed on the hike.