Title: Vintage Late 1930s Pahaska Tepee & Cody Road to Yellowstone Park Pictorial Map Brochure
Item Description:
Up for auction is a beautifully preserved, highly collectible original vintage travel brochure for Pahaska Tepee—Buffalo Bill’s historic hunting lodge located at the East Entrance of Yellowstone National Park. Printed in Cody, Wyoming by the historic Cody Enterprise newspaper/print shop, this multi-fold piece is a wonderful slice of mid-century Western Americana and early automotive tourism history.
Key Features & Content:
- Stunning Cover Art: Bold retro graphics featuring an illustrated tepee, mountains, and an iconic depiction of Buffalo Bill.
- Vibrant Panoramic Map: The interior opens up to a gorgeous, highly detailed vertical "Road Log" pictorial map drawn by celebrated Western muralist Edward T. Grigware. It maps out the iconic 51.6-mile scenic drive along Cody Road, highlighting geographic marvels like the Shoshone Dam (Buffalo Bill Reservoir), Holy City, and local rock formations.
- Vintage Auto Mileage Tracker: Includes the historical milestone odometer log guiding early motorists precisely through the Wapiti Valley canyon.
- Fascinating Back-Page Details: Lists historic operational amenities, Texaco service garage details, rustic "Bear Trips" guiding tours, and incredibly nostalgic room rates under the European Plan (ranging from $3.00 to $10.00 a night!). Features an original black-and-white photograph of the "New Cabins."
Condition Notes:
Excellent vintage condition with crisp folds. Minimal edge wear and light, natural aging appropriate for its era. No major rips, heavy staining, or tape marks. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to evaluate overall condition before bidding.]
Perfect for collectors of national park memorabilia, antique map enthusiasts, or collectors of Western Americana! Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
I am a Navy Vet from the 1970's and a retired businessman who doesn't like golf and really enjoys finding things at estate and garage sales that people like to collect. It keeps me busy and if I am lucky, adds a bit to my income.
Thanks for looking and good luck on the auction.