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Review & FAQ:
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Who was Cody, Wyoming, named after?
- Cody is the namesake of town founder William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, frontiersman and showman.
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What outdoor activities are popular in Cody?
- Like many scenic Wyoming towns, outdoor activities are the main draw. Visitors can hike, fish, raft, rock climb, and camp during summer, and ice climb during winter.
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What are the must-see natural attractions near Cody?
- Must-see natural attractions near Cody include Buffalo Bill Dam and Reservoir, Absaroka Mountain Range, Beartooth Mountain Range, Heart Mountain in Bighorn Basin, and Yellowstone National Park.
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What cultural attractions are in Cody?
- In town, guests will be impressed by the Buffalo Bill Center of the West, a complex of museums with a research library.
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What is Stampede Park known for?
- The complex is also home to Stampede Park, the self-proclaimed rodeo capital of the world.

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