Fly & Drive guide
Fly into COD, drive to Bighorn Canyon
Your route
COD
Yellowstone Regional Airport
Bighorn Canyon
About 2 h 55 min · 83 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to COD
Compare fares into Yellowstone Regional Airport.
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02Car at COD
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Bighorn Canyon. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Bighorn Canyon
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Bighorn Canyon
Compare hotels and lodges on the way in, with free-cancellation filters.
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04Cabins & homes near Bighorn Canyon
Whole homes and cabins for families or groups who want a kitchen and space.
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Before you land
Reservations
Advance Boat and Campsite Planning for Bighorn Lake
Many Bighorn Canyon campsites are first come, first served; only a small number of South District sites are reservable through Horseshoe Bend Marina. Check the rules for your specific campground and current lake levels before arranging boat access.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
May – September
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Bighorn Canyon?
Yellowstone Regional Airport (COD) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from COD to Bighorn Canyon?
Roughly 2 h 55 min (about 83 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Bighorn Canyon?
Many Bighorn Canyon campsites are first come, first served; only a small number of South District sites are reservable through Horseshoe Bend Marina. Check the rules for your specific campground and current lake levels before arranging boat access.
