Heart Mountain Hike & Events

Choose one of three fun-filled activities happening concurrently at The Nature Conservancy’s Heart Mountain Ranch Preserve.

Guided Hike: Join a full-day excursion to the summit of Heart Mountain with Heart Mountain Ranch Preserve Manager Brian Peters. 7-8 hours; approximately 8 miles. Strenuous.

Wildflower Watch: Be a scientist for a day! Help collect data on how native plants are responding to a changing climate and other disturbances, with Community Ecologist Trevor Bloom as your guide. After completing this activity, you will be empowered to help collect data along several popular hiking trails in the Cody area. 2-2.5 hours; approximately 2 miles. Moderate.

Kids’ Migration Activity: Run, jump and crawl through an obstacle course while learning about migration with our Migration Program Director, Abby Scott. 30 minutes. Easy.

Visiting Heart Mountain Ranch Preserve:
Upon arrival, please sign in at the information kiosk at the preserve entrance.
An accompanying adult must supervise any person under the age of 18.
No pets, aside from licensed service animals for assistance, are permitted on the preserve.
All waste will need to be packed out.
Public restrooms are available at the preserve.
We suggest bringing plenty of food and water, rain gear, bear spray, hiking boots, sunscreen and a hat for any of our activities.
Weather is unpredictable on the preserve. Make sure you are prepared for a wide range of conditions.

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