Colter's Hell
About Colter's Hell
Colter's Hell was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Aug 14, 1973. It was among the first 2 of Cody’s 9 listings. The Register lists it for its exploration/settlement, at the national level.
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PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 54 MB · National Archives↗Finding Colter's Hell
West of Cody on U.S. 14, in Cody, WY
No other Register listing is within a short walk. The nearest are under Around it.
2 more Register listings within 2 miles
★ National Historic Landmark · D district · B building · S site. Each opens its own page.
Memories of Colter's Hell
The record says what it is. Neighbors know what it means.
Your answer becomes a post in Town Square.
Questions about Colter's Hell
Is Colter's Hell on the National Register of Historic Places?
Yes. It was added on Aug 14, 1973 (Register number 73001937).
Is Colter's Hell a National Historic Landmark?
No. It is on the National Register; Wyoming has 28 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Heart Mountain Relocation Center, 13.7 miles away.
Can you visit Colter's Hell?
Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.
Where can I read the history of Colter's Hell?
In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 54 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.
Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 73730607 · Wikidata. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.