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ABOUT GLENDO STATE PARK
Glendo State Park is located 33 miles north of Wheatland, Wyoming
and encompasses 10,200 acres of land and Glendo Reservoir. For
many years, Glendo State Park has provided opportunities to camp,
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State Park also provides recreational opportunitiesfor hikers, cyclists,
wildlife and nature watchers, and anyone looking to spend time
outdoors. Trail development at Glendo State Park began in the spring
of 2010.Currently, 15 miles of trails provide breathtaking views
of Glendo Reservoir and Laramie Peak. The trails at Glendo State
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relieving the stress of everyday-life for both children and adults;
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nourishing and rejuvenating bodies, minds, and spirits through
experiencing natural scenery and the smells and sounds of
nature;
An additional 45 miles of trails is planned to be completed by the
end of 2014.
ETIQUETTE
While recreating on the trails at
Glendo State Park, please abide by
the following guidelines for trail users.
Doing so will provide for a safer and
more enjoyable experience for all.
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Hikers yield to travelers on horseback.
Cyclists yield to all other trail users.
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Downhill travelers yield to uphill travelers.
Do not disturb wildlife.
Keep pets leashed at all times.
Please pass with care and use verbal alerts in advance of
passing.
Be cautious around corners or blind-spots.
Select routes in keeping with your ability level and always
maintain safe and controlled speeds.
Stay on designated trails and cyclists are encouraged to always
wear a safety helmet.
Under Wyoming law, any person who takes part in any sport or
recreational opportunity, including equine activities, assumes the
inherent risk in that sport or recreational opportunity, whether those
risks are known or unknown, and is legally responsible for any and
all damage, injury, death to him/herself or other persons or property
that results from the inherent risks in that sport or recreational
opportunity. W.S. 1-1-123
PARTNERSHIPS
The trails at Glendo State Park has been made possible through
grants from the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) and the Land
and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). Additional support has
been provided through cash donations from private individuals,
donated labor from many volunteers and the National Civilian
Community Corps (NCCC), and partnerships with the Wyoming
Conservation Corps, Wyoming State Lands and Investments,
Cheyenne Board of Public Utilities and the Bureau of Land
Management.
You, too, can support the trails at Curt Gowdy State Park through
your monetary donations and/or by volunteering your time at one
of our Volunteer Trail Building Days. For information, please call
307-777-6323.
Wyoming Trails Advisory Council
The Wyoming Trails Council, made up of both motorized and
non-motorized trails users, serves as a representative voice
for the appropriate and diverse use of Wyoming’s trails. Trails
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snowmobiling, all-terrain vehicle riding, off-highway motorcycling,
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user groups, they provide unique and valuable perspectives to
the council as a whole and to trail planning projects. Primary
duties of the Trails Council include setting priorities for the
Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources regarding
management of the snowmobile trails fund and off-road
recreational vehicle fund. The Trails Council is also responsible
for setting the guidelines for distribution of federal grant funds
through the Recreational Trails Program.
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Photo by Greg Mazu, Singletrack Trails
Curt Gowdy State Park, located between Cheyenne and Laramie
on County Road 210, has over 35 miles of trails connecting
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Gowdy State Parks trail system include four mountain biking pla
areas, mountain biking skills areas, and a dedicated four mile
equestrian loop. The International Mountain Bicycling Associatio
(IMBA) awarded the designation of Epic to the Curt Gowdy Trail
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means the trail system provides a quality ride and quality
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CYCLING AND SPORTS SHOPS
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From Cheyenne: take I-25 to exit 10 and travel 25 miles west on
Highway 210, Happy Jack Road. The main park entrance will be
on the south side of the road.
From Laramie: take I-80 east to exit 323 and travel 14 miles east
on Highway 210, Happy Jack Road. The main park entrance will
be on the south side of the road.
Cheyenne, WY
Bicycle Station
2634 Dell Range Boulevard
(307) 634-4268
Casper, WY
Ragged Edge Sports
4120 South Poplar Street
307-237-5560
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Rock on Wheels
900 East Lincolnway
(307) 637-0020
Mountain Sports
543 S Center St
1-800-426-1136
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Laramie, WY
All Terrain Sports
412 East Grand Avenue
(307) 721-8036
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Sonny’s Bike and Fitness
1717 East Overland Road
308-632-3938
Pedal House
207 South 1st Street
(307) 742-5533
LOCAL MERCHANTS
lendo Trading Post
15 S. Yellowstone Avenue
lendo, WY 82213
307) 735-4099
Howard's General Store
106 A Street
Glendo, WY 82213
(307) 735-4252
all's Marina
83 Glendo Park Road
lendo, WY 82213
307) 735-4216
Mike’s Place
302 B St
Glendo, WY 82213
(307)735-4616
Happy TRAILS TO YOU
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PLATTE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.plattechamber.com
DOUGLAS AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.jackalope.org
CASPER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
www.casperwyoming.org
With over 8,500 miles
of trails, you’re sure
to find a perfect fit