Explore Meeteetse
Nestled where the Absaroka Mountains meet the Wyoming Badlands, Meeteetse is a charming, historic town of around 330 people—where wooden boardwalks, hitching rails, and water troughs still line the streets.
Fishing & Outdoor Recreation
Access trophy fishing on the Greybull and Wood Rivers, with rugged landscapes perfect for hunting, hiking, mountain biking, and off-roading. In winter, try ice-fishing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, or sledding. Sunshine Reservoirs nearby or the Wood River offer first-rate opportunities for fishing.
Camping & Scenic Beauty
Camp in the nearby Shoshone National Forest, from forested lakeside sites to scenic picnic spots and scenic drives through Absaroka wildlands.
History, Museums & Wildlife
Explore three-in-one historic museums on Main Street, including the Bank Museum, Belden Photography Gallery, and exhibits celebrating the black-footed ferret—the world’s rarest mammal, rediscovered here.
Small-Town Spirit & Community
Enjoy warm Western hospitality at the Cowboy Bar, Outlaw Parlor Café, and seasonal chocolate shop or antiques galleries . The Meeteetse Recreation District offers community programs year-round—from T-ball to ski parks .
Gateway to Adventure
Just 30 miles south of Cody and about 80 miles from Yellowstone’s East Entrance, Meeteetse is the perfect launching point for outdoor expeditions, ghost-town tours, wildlife watching, and scenic drives .
Latest News and Posts
Fire Bans Lifted at Sunshine and Sunlight Wildlife Habitat Areas in Park County
The Wyoming Game and Fish Department has lifted fire bans on Game and Fish Commission-owned and managed lands in Park County, including two wildlife habitat areas near Meeteetse and Cody. The announcement affects Sunshine Wildlife Habitat Management Area west of Meeteetse and Sunlight Wildlife Habitat Management Area…
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Meeteetse Museums Offers June 13th Guided Tour of Legend Rock Petroglyph Site
Some of Wyoming’s most remarkable stories were never written down. Instead, they were carved into stone. On June 13, visitors will have a rare opportunity to explore one of the state’s most significant archaeological treasures when the Meeteetse Museums hosts guided tours of the Legend Rock State…
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Gooseberry Badlands
Rising unexpectedly from the rolling high desert of the Big Horn Basin, the Gooseberry Badlands offer one of the most dramatic and underrated landscapes in Wyoming. With steep cliffs, colorful rock layers, and sweeping canyon views, this remote area feels more like a hidden corner of the…
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Meeteetse Museums Offers June 13th Guided Tour of Legend Rock Petroglyph Site
Some of Wyoming’s most remarkable stories were never written down. Instead, they were carved into stone. On June 13, visitors will have a rare opportunity to explore one of the state’s most significant archaeological treasures when the Meeteetse Museums hosts guided tours of the Legend Rock State…
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