Founded by naturalist Colter Jones in Cody, Wyoming, CoveredGround Tours invites you to discover Yellowstone and Grand Teton through true local eyes. National Park–licensed guides take care of the driving—then hop out to explore a...
Guides like Owen, Cody, Justin, and Emma consistently earn praise for being knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely personable, which seems to be a hallmark of this operation. Travelers highlight how much more they got out of Yellowstone by having someone who knew exactly where to look for wildlife, how to navigate the park efficiently, and could weave in the history and science behind what they were seeing. The included picnic lunch gets a surprising number of mentions as a highlight, and the priority parking perk alone saves a real headache. Tours typically cover geysers, hot springs, geothermal features, and prime wildlife zones, with sightings of bison, elk, bears, and more reported regularly. One note worth flagging: international visitors should be aware that US national park entry fees are not included in the tour cost, so budget for that separately. Beyond that, the feedback across a wide range of travelers, including large groups and first-time park visitors, points to a consistently well-run experience worth booking.
Very informative! Tyler was great! Money well spent and highly recommend!
Annette Girondi
May 21, 2026
Very informative! Tyler was great! Money well spent and highly recommend!
Annette Girondi
May 21, 2026