moderate
half-day to 3 days
Participants should have a moderate fitness level comfortable with uneven terrain and some elevation gain.
Journey into Wyoming’s wild heart with CoveredGround Tours, offering private and custom trips through Yellowstone, Grand Teton, and beyond. Discover what makes these rugged landscapes unforgettable year-round.
Cody, Wyoming, serves as an ideal gateway to some of America’s most iconic natural playgrounds. From the soaring peaks of Grand Teton National Park to the geothermal wonders of Yellowstone, CoveredGround Tours offers immersive, guided trips designed to connect travelers deeply with this unique environment. Operating out of Cody, a historic town perched along the Shoshone River and shadowed by the Absaroka Mountains, the company specializes in private and customizable experiences that cover a range of seasons and terrain.
CoveredGround Tours stands apart by combining off-the-beaten-path access with expert knowledge. Their 2- and 3-day Yellowstone and Grand Teton excursions bring groups into the heart of untamed landscapes, where bison roam expansive valleys and geysers punctuate the earth with sudden bursts of steam and heat. The Beartooth Pass & Chief Joseph Highway routes provide some of the most dramatic high-altitude drives in the lower 48, revealing stark rock faces, wildflower meadows, and panoramic mountain vistas.
Winter tours from Cody open another frontier: frozen Castner Glacier snowshoe hikes and wildlife safaris spotlighting elk, wolves, and moose in their natural survival mode. The company’s step-on guide services and custom multi-day packages allow visitors to tailor their adventure down to the smallest detail.
What makes CoveredGround Tours unique is their place-based approach — translating local history and geology into compelling narratives while ensuring safety and comfort. Travelers can shift between active backcountry hiking to relaxed sightseeing without missing the wild pulse that defines Wyoming's southern Rockies and Yellowstone ecosystem. Whether chasing the fall elk rut or witnessing spring’s geothermal thaw, these tours provide a vivid, user-centric window into one of America’s last great wildernesses.
Altitude in the Rockies can cause quicker dehydration—carry extra water especially on Backcountry Hiking Tours.
Mountain weather shifts fast; pack wind- and waterproof jackets regardless of season.
Keep safe distances from bison, bears, and wolves observed during tours—safety depends on maintaining space.
Wildlife in Yellowstone and Denali is often best viewed from afar; optics enhance both safety and enjoyment.
Cody reflects rich Western heritage influenced by Buffalo Bill Cody, while Yellowstone stands as the world's first national park, established in 1872.
Tours emphasize ‘Leave No Trace’ principles to protect fragile ecosystems, supporting regional conservation efforts that preserve wildlife and geothermal features.
Provide traction and support over rocky, wet, or snowy surfaces encountered during tours.
Allows adaptation to fluctuating temperatures and weather from morning to afternoon.
Enhance wildlife viewing, especially in expansive backcountry or winter tours.
Keeps water, snacks, and emergency gear easily accessible on day and multi-day tours.