Recreation area

Cody Canal

South Fork Shoshone River · Cody · Wyoming — managed by Bureau of Land Management

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

Cody Canal is located within the beautiful South Fork Shoshone River valley. It is a BLM parcel located along the South Fork which provides for a wonderful are to fish, walk, and even some limited hunting. The site is co-managed with the Wyoming Game and Fish and consists of a developed parking area, informational kiosks, and a trail to the South Fork.

Getting there

From Cody, Wyoming, head west along Sheridan Avenue until you reach South Fork Road (County Road 6WX). From there, drive approximately 9 miles until you reach Lower South Fork Road (County Road 6QS). Head southwest for approximately 2 miles until you reach County Road 6OS. From there, head southwest for approximately .9 mile to the Cody Canal entrance marked with a sign and a cattleguard spanning a gravel road. Drive west down the route until you reach the parking area.

Contact
(307) 578-5900

Activities

  • FISHING
  • HIKING

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.