Do I need prior snowmobiling experience?

While some trips are guided for beginners, having basic snowmobiling skills ensures a safer and more enjoyable experience.

What is the typical group size for guided trips?

Group sizes usually range from 4 to 8 riders, allowing for personalized guidance and safety management.

Are helmets and gear provided?

Helmets and some gear can be rented, but it's recommended to bring your own insulated clothing and gloves.

What is the best time of year for backcountry snowmobiling here?

Winter months from December through early March offer the best snow conditions for backcountry riding.

How do guides handle safety in challenging terrain?

Guides assess conditions constantly, tailor routes to skill levels, and carry communication devices for emergencies.

Can I combine this trip with other outdoor activities in Cody?

Yes, the area offers options like cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and wildlife tours to extend your winter adventure.

Experience Thrilling Backcountry Snowmobiling in Wyoming's Beartooth Mountains

The Beartooth Mountains, stretching across the border of Wyoming and Montana, stand among the West’s most rugged and dramatic ranges — a wild expanse of granite peaks, alpine lakes, and snow-blanketed valleys. For adventurers looking to take winter exploration beyond groomed trails, Guided Backcountry Trips offer an immersive snowmobiling experience that embodies the raw power and serene beauty of this alpine environment. Operating near Cody, Wyoming, these expert-led excursions plunge you deep into the heart of the Beartooths, where few tread and the thrill of pristine powder is unmatched.

Guided by seasoned instructors intimately familiar with the terrain, riders navigate steep ridgelines, frozen granite lakes, and powder-packed drainages carved by winter storms. Each trip is tailored according to your group’s skill level and current snow conditions, ensuring safety without sacrificing excitement. The Beartooths’ unique geology — ancient Precambrian granite domes sculpted by millions of years of glaciation — provide a stunning backdrop for your ride, with dramatic cliffs rising sharply from the valleys below.

This area is renowned for its weather volatility and fresh snowfalls, so riders can expect a day filled with diverse and challenging terrain. Beyond adrenaline, the expansive wilderness offers sweeping views of distant peaks and the chance to encounter native wildlife like mountain goats and elk tracks dotting the snow. The guided trips provide context on the local ecosystem and regional history, shedding light on the mountain’s significance to Indigenous peoples and its role in Wyoming’s outdoor heritage.

Based out of Cody, a gateway town rich in Western history and modern amenities, these trips offer easy access alongside opportunities for lodging, dining, and gear preparation. Whether you’re a seasoned snowmobiler seeking fresh powder or newer to backcountry riding, these guided adventures unlock a rare blend of technical challenge and unspoiled natural scenery. This tour stands out because it provides not only thrilling riding but a comprehensive immersion in one of the Rocky Mountains’ most remarkable winter playgrounds.

For those venturing to Yellowstone’s eastern corridor, combining this trip with other activities in the area creates an epic winter itinerary. From frozen lakes and snowy forests to exposed ridgelines overlooking wild country, this is snowmobiling designed to connect you deeply with the land while testing your skills in the most spectacular settings. Guided Backcountry Trips in the Beartooth Mountains represent a defining winter journey that goes beyond the ordinary, embracing the full scope of Wyoming’s rugged backcountry magic.

About Beartooth Rides and Guides

Beartooth Rides and Guides runs guided snowmobile tours, skills clinics, machine rentals, and avalanche gear rentals in the Beartooth Mountains. The company offers a range of options from full-day snowmobile rentals on a 2025 Skidoo 850 Summit to guided backcountry trips tailored to group skill level and current conditions.

Ride Rasmussen Style clinics are offered at Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels; each clinic is a structured nine-hour program focusing on body positioning, machine handling, terrain awareness, and sidehilling techniques with expert instruction.

Guided backcountry trips navigate steep terrain, granite lakes, and powder-filled drainages, and are adjusted to rider ability and prevailing conditions to prioritize safety and enjoyment.

Avalanche and backcountry safety gear rental packages are available for multiple durations, including 1-day, 2-day, 3-day, 5-day, and 6-day options. Each gear package includes a backpack, shovel, probe, beacon, and radio to enable rescue response and communication while traveling in avalanche terrain.

Beartooth Rides and Guides presents clear offerings for recreational riders and groups seeking guided backcountry experiences or training. Listings explicitly note equipment provided, clinic length, and rental vehicle model to help riders select appropriate options. Bookings and planning materials should be reviewed with the operator for up-to-date availability and seasonal conditions.

Safety protocols, route selection, and gear inspections are described in trip materials and reinforced by instructors before departures. Prior riding experience determines recommended options; beginners are encouraged to start with the Ride Rasmussen Style Beginner Clinic or supervised guided rides. Detailed booking terms and requirements are available from the operator.