Glendo State Park
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Open 24 hours
- Entrance fee
- Statewide rule — see below
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Not stated — check with park
- Camping
- YesAlso yurts
- Official site
- wyoparks.wyo.gov(307) 735-4433
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure AttentionHCB Advisories In Effect 7/16/2026 HCB Toxen Advisories In Effect 9/15/2026 Toxin Advisory applies to the following locations: ● Marinia ● Custer… (more)
HCB Advisories In Effect 7/16/2026 HCB Toxen Advisories In Effect 9/15/2026 Toxin Advisory applies to the following locations: ● Marinia ● Custer Cove Campground Avoid contact with water in the vicinity of the bloom, Do not ingest water from the bloom, Rinse fish with clean water and eat only the fillet portion, Avoid water spray from the bloom, Do not allow pets or livestock to drink water near the bloom, eat bloom material, or lick fur after contact. If people, pets, or livestock come into contact with a bloom, rinse off with clean water as soon as possible and contact a doctor or veterinarian. - - - - - Stage 1 Fire Restriction Wood-Burning Fires are Prohibited - - - - - NEW Reservation Season Dates: May 15 - Sept. 15 (Elkhorn Campground is May 15 - July 15) - - - Whiskey Gulch Boat Ramp Is IN! Notifications: All seasonal water is turned on. HCB Advisories in Effect ↪ Find Out More ↪ Download Flyer Access to North Platte River below Glendo Power Plant in the Wetlands Area is currently closed to vehicular, bicycle, and foot traffic.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In Platte County, about 28 miles southeast of Douglas, Glendo State Park covers about 18,382 acres.
The park supports hunting in season, archery, boating, swimming, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach. Overnight options include campsites, with RV sites and tent sites. There are also yurts for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | — |
| Daily | 10 p.m. – 6 a.m. | — |
Official wording
The park is open year-round for day use and camping. Day use permits are required from 6AM to 10PM, and camping permits are required from 10PM to 6AM. Fee booths are open Mon-Sun, from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Otherwise, fees can be paid by cash, check, or credit card at canisters and kiosks stationed at park entrances, which are available 24/7.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Denver).
Fees and passes
Parks: per vehicle per day ($7 resident / $12 non-resident).
Statewide fee rule from Wyoming's park system; this park’s page doesn’t list its own fees.
Wyoming park passes
- Annual Day Use Pass (resident) — $48 first vehicle ($42 early-bird Dec 1–Feb 15); $24 additional vehicle. Day-use fees at Wyoming state parks and historic sites for the calendar year, one vehicle Details
- Annual Day Use Pass (non-resident) — $96 first vehicle ($89 Dec 1–Feb 15); $48 additional vehicle. Day-use fees for the calendar year, one vehicle Details
- Annual Camping Pass (residents only) — $89.60 first vehicle; $44.80 additional vehicle. Camping fees only (does not cover day use) Details
- Wyoming Resident Veterans Lifetime Pass — Free (eligibility: Wyoming resident veteran, 50%+ service-connected disability). Free day use and camping for life Details
From the Wyoming state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- reserve.wyoming.gov
- Phone
- 877-996-7275
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Camping
If you're consideringing an overnight stay, we have over 500 campsites spread across 19 campgrounds to accommodate your needs. Please explore our website for information about campgrounds and amenities, to make sure that you know how and where to find the facilities you are looking for. For details on different facilities and recreation opportunities around the park, please head over to our Activities and Amernities page, where you can find information on everything from boat ramps to campsites.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Yurts
Things to do
BikingBoatingCampingFishingHikingHuntingSwimmingWildlife viewing and birdingArcheryPicnicking
Trails
The park is administered by the State Parks, Historic Sites and Trails division of Wyoming State Parks and Cultural Resources. We have 45 miles of multi-use, non-motorized trails, which make for excellent hiking and biking for expert and novice trail users alike.
Boating and paddling
Six boat ramps provide seasonal water access for all manner of boaters. Before planning your trip, make sure to check our reservoir capacity and elevation here, and then take a look at our pages about boating for information on which ramps are accessible! Headquarters will be on your left, just past the Marina. For details on different facilities and recreation opportunities around the park, please head over to our Activities and Amernities page, where you can find information on everything from boat ramps to campsites.
Fishing
If you're looking to fish, Glendo Reservoir is home to one of the best walleye fisheries in the state, along with healthy populations of a variety of other fish, both out on the reservoir and in the tailwaters below the dam.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
Water
- Swimming beach
- Marina or boat slips
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
Lodging
- Yurts
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 397 Glendo Park Rd
Glendo, WY 82213 - Nearest town
- Douglas — about 28 mi southeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 42.4839, -105.0010
- Phone
- (307) 735-4433
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
From I-25: • Take Exit 111 off of I-25, then turn towards the town of Glendo • At the stop sign, turn right onto Highway 319/ N Yellowstone Highway
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Wyoming State Parks, Historic Sites & Trails — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Wyoming State Parks list + Wyoming Historic Sites list (Joomla article pages)
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology