Glendo is a community small in number yet Big In Heart! Incorporated on May 20, 1922, the entire Glendo area is rich in history. Glendo began as one of the first of five telegraph stations of the Overland Stage Express at the Horseshoe Stage Station. The town was established at its present location when the railroad came through.
Today Glendo’s small town the atmosphere has many activities including the Glendo Days parade, craft fairs, street dances, fishing tournaments, Ranch Rodeos, Chariot Races, and fly-ins.
Glendo offers many points of interest and attractions: The California Trail, The Oregon Trail and The Mormon Trail all passed south of Glendo. Sightseers have a seemingly endless supply of beauty in the mountains and canyons, rolling plains, sparkling streams , and Glendo Reservoir. Rock hunting has long been enjoyed in the area. Hunting in the area offers elk, deer, antelope, and pheasant on par with the finest areas of the West.
The Town of Glendo is the entryway to Glendo State Park which is one of southeast Wyoming’s most popular boating parks. It offers visitors water-skiing, fishing and other water-based activities. Fishing is so good that Glendo has several fish records and holds several Fishing Tournaments each summer. Day-use and overnight facilities feature improved campsites, comfort stations, tables, and grills. Concrete boat ramps make loading and unloading a pleasure.
Glendo State Park is quickly becoming a trails destination. Since 2010, Glendo State Park has established over 40 miles of diverse non-motorized trails stretching from Marina to Sandy Beach. Mountain Bikers of all skill levels are finding the myriad of trails both relaxing and challenging with some of the best scenery around!