The City of Cody has more than 20 developed parks and nearly 9 miles of developed trails and pathways. Cody's neighborhood, community, regional and specialty parks offer features and amenities for groups of all sizes and users of all ages and interests.
Click here to download a map of the area's spacious parks and pathways.
The City of Cody is committed to providing attractive facilities for the community. Cody regularly plays host to regional and state events in its parks, including musical concerts, craft fairs, soccer tournaments and balloon festivals. The three developed pathway systems were designed to meet the needs of many users. If you enjoy rollerblading with a lakeside view or jogging along the scenic Shoshone River, your recreational needs will be met in Cody!
Two of our facilities with picnic and other group amenities - Hugh Smith and Mentock parks - are available on a reservation basis. Contact the Recreation Center at 307.587.0400 for available dates and to make a reservation. For specific questions about the city's parks and pathways, email the Parks Supervisor.
For any questions regarding trees, shrubs or other plants in City right of ways, public tree care, information on the City Tree Board and more, please refer to the Tree ordinance available on this website.
Adopt-A-Park and Adopt-A-Trail Program Launched!
The City of Cody Parks, Recreation & Public Facilities Department is responsible for the maintenance of more than 400 acres of parkland, trails and open space . . . all of which are a focal point and asset to our community. As funding for the maintenance of these recreational spaces is limited, the City Council of the City of Cody has supported the creation of an Adopt-A-Park and Adopt-A-Trail Program.
The
program allows volunteers the opportunity to take responsibility for
one segment of a trail or park, including providing labor and equipment
to maintain the park/trail such as planting, weeding, littering and the
like. Volunteers will be recognized with a sign designating their
section and community involvement as well as a certificate of
appreciation from the Mayor. Parks and trail sections will be allotted
to volunteers on a first come-first serve basis.
All groups (such as family, service, scout or church) are encouraged to contact the Parks & Recreation Department to volunteer to adopt a park, open space or section of trail to maintain the beauty of our community. Click here to download an information packet and application for the Adopt-A-Park and Adopt-A-Trail Program. You may also contact Rick Manchester, Parks & Recreation Director, at 307.587.0400 for additional details.
Click here to download a map of the area's spacious parks and pathways.The City of Cody is committed to providing attractive facilities for the community. Cody regularly plays host to regional and state events in its parks, including musical concerts, craft fairs, soccer tournaments and balloon festivals. The three developed pathway systems were designed to meet the needs of many users. If you enjoy rollerblading with a lakeside view or jogging along the scenic Shoshone River, your recreational needs will be met in Cody!
Two of our facilities with picnic and other group amenities - Hugh Smith and Mentock parks - are available on a reservation basis. Contact the Recreation Center at 307.587.0400 for available dates and to make a reservation. For specific questions about the city's parks and pathways, email the Parks Supervisor.
For any questions regarding trees, shrubs or other plants in City right of ways, public tree care, information on the City Tree Board and more, please refer to the Tree ordinance available on this website.
Adopt-A-Park and Adopt-A-Trail Program Launched!
The City of Cody Parks, Recreation & Public Facilities Department is responsible for the maintenance of more than 400 acres of parkland, trails and open space . . . all of which are a focal point and asset to our community. As funding for the maintenance of these recreational spaces is limited, the City Council of the City of Cody has supported the creation of an Adopt-A-Park and Adopt-A-Trail Program.
The
program allows volunteers the opportunity to take responsibility for
one segment of a trail or park, including providing labor and equipment
to maintain the park/trail such as planting, weeding, littering and the
like. Volunteers will be recognized with a sign designating their
section and community involvement as well as a certificate of
appreciation from the Mayor. Parks and trail sections will be allotted
to volunteers on a first come-first serve basis.All groups (such as family, service, scout or church) are encouraged to contact the Parks & Recreation Department to volunteer to adopt a park, open space or section of trail to maintain the beauty of our community. Click here to download an information packet and application for the Adopt-A-Park and Adopt-A-Trail Program. You may also contact Rick Manchester, Parks & Recreation Director, at 307.587.0400 for additional details.
Parks & Trail Systems Directory
Beck Lake Park - 2401 14th Street - Open to vehicle traffic 7 AM to 8 PMBeck Lake Park offers residents and visitors alike a combined experience of fishing, picnics, trails, and waterfowl and wildlife viewing. More than two miles of asphalt trails encircle two large reservoirs offering spectacular views of the city and beyond. The park also features a Braille Trail, Cody Lions Club picnic shelters, handicapped accessible fishing piers, amphitheater, and vault restrooms.
Canal Park - Access from Heart Mountain Street, 1444 Alger Avenue, or 16th Street & Alger Avenue
This newest addition to Cody's park system was developed in 2006. With 10 acres of green space, the park offers multi-use pathways, an amphitheater and other amenities.
Circle Drive Park - 16th Street
This park provides an attractive green streetscape for 16th Street. Its flowering crab apple trees are a beautiful welcome to Cody in the springtime.
City Park - 908 Sheridan
Amenities include play equipment, benches, restrooms, barbecue grills and tables. The park also offers a miniature golf course, tennis court, picnic shelter and a band shell for summer concert events.
Dacken Park - Kerper Boulevard North & South and 22nd Street
This park offers play equipment, outdoor basketball court, soccer field, picnic space, barbecue grills, vault restrooms, shelters and places to park your bike.
Don Little Park - 420 Canyon View Avenue
With large open green space, a play structure, basketball court, picnic shelter, barbecue grills and tables, Don Little Park will meet most recreational interests.
East Sheridan Softball Complex - 3708 Sheridan Avenue
The complex is a community recreation area consisting of 3 fields, playground area, concessions and restrooms with extensive parking and overhead lights.
Glendale Park - 1906 14th Street
Glendale Park is centrally located and offers playground equipment, tennis court, baseball and soccer fields, picnic shelter, basketball court, restrooms and lots of green grass to let the kids run and stretch their legs.
Greybull Hill - 17th StreetThis urban green space welcomes visitors to Cody from Highway 120 with small trees, flower beds, shrubs and park benches on both sides of the street. During the winter, it is festively decorated to greet the holiday season.
Heart Mountain Hill - Heart Mountain Street
Another beautifully landscaped hillside streetscape, this area offers trees, bushes, decorative retaining walls and benches to rest on the east side of the street. The landscaping extends into Canal Park, Cody's newest park.
Highland Park - 2500 Carter Avenue
This neighborhood park offers play equipment, tennis courts, basketball court, barbecue grills, picnic shelter and restrooms.
Horseshoe Park - 1302 Horseshoe Drive
A small swing set, picnic table, trees and a flower bed are included in this, the tiniest park in Cody, located across the street from the Paul Stock Aquatics and Recreation Center.
Hugh Smith Park - 100 19th Street Hugh Smith Park is a beautiful park tucked away next to Cody's youth baseball complex, featuring the Cody Rotary Club group picnic shelter available on a reservation basis. The park also offers horseshoe pits, volleyball court, playground and restrooms. Reservations are accepted up to one year in advance by calling 307.587.0400. Open container permits are generally allowed in this park. Inquire at the Recreation Center.
Meadowbrook Park - Meadowlark Court
This small neighborhood oasis includes park benches and a landscaped grassy area.
Mentock Park - 901 Blackburn
Mentock Park is large enough and diverse enough to be a destination for many age groups. The park has play equipment, playing fields, benches, horseshoe pits and restrooms. It also offers the Cody Rotary Club picnic shelter, with picnic tables and a large barbecue for cook-outs available on a reservation basis. Mentock Park also features a 8,000 square foot skate park designed with a multi-use area for beginners, a street course, and a signature area containing a nine foot bowl for more advanced skate boarders. Mentock Park has hosted soccer tournaments, skateboard tournaments and an annual balloon festival which was broadcast live for ESPN in 2005. Reservations for this park are accepted up to one year in advance by calling 307.587.0400. Open container permits are generally allowed in this park. Inquire at the Recreation Center.Nielson Park - 17th & 18th Street
Although small in size, this beautiful neighborhood park located near Eastside Elementary School provides play equipment, basketball and volleyball courts, benches, and picnic tables.
Paul Stock Nature Trail - 801 Spruce Drive
This gravel trail system winds for 1.3 miles along the Shoshone River where eagles nest, ducks swim and the deer and antelope play. There is adequate parking at the beginning of the trail and a vault restroom along the route. Other trail amenities include park benches and interpretive markers. Further trail details are available in the Parks & Pathways brochure available from the Recreation Center.
Paul Stock Park - 836 Sheridan
This park is located adjacent to the City Park in downtown Cody, right next door to the Cody Country Chamber of Commerce, Cody Cupboard and the Cody Country Art League. The park offers tennis courts with bleachers and park benches.
River View Park - 901 River View Drive
A
relatively new park, River View includes a climbing wall, picnic shelter, park benches and lots of room for kids to run around. This park is conveniently located near the entrance to the Paul Stock Nature Trail.Shoshone Riverway Trail Access - 1113 Riverview Drive
Located east of the Paul Stock Nature Trail, the Shoshone Riverway also winds along the Shoshone River, offering frequent sightings of waterfowl of all kinds and wildlife both large and small. The 1.3 mile trail is accessible from two points within the community and the recycled asphalt base provides an excellent surface for walking, jogging or biking. A vault restroom is located at the west trailhead.
Valley View Park - Wallace & Rio Vista
Although relatively small, this neighborhood park provides a large playground, swing set, barbecue grills, benches, picnic shelter. Play areas for basketball and soccer are also available.
Wyoming Veterans Memorial Park - 2519 26th Street
This beautifully landscaped park was recently enlarged, featuring the Wyoming Vietnam Veterans War Memorial and the State of Wyoming Korean War Memorial (dedicated in September 2008). The park is supported through donations from local veterans, the state legislature and local city government. There is ample parking and seating as well as picturesque plantings. Additional memorials are being considered for this area, including a World War II monument.
Youth Baseball Complex - 219 19th Street
This sport complex features five youth baseball fields for pee wee through legion teams. Restrooms, bleachers and concessions are available at this complex which is conveniently located adjacent to Hugh Smith Park.
