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Discover Glenrock
Follow the footsteps of dinosaurs, pioneers, Pony Express riders, and generations of Wyoming history in this welcoming community along the North Platte River.
A Town Shaped by History
Long before Glenrock became a community, dinosaurs roamed the area—and their fossilized remains are still being discovered today.
Glenrock later became an important stop along the Oregon Trail and a vital supply point for thousands of emigrants during America’s westward expansion...
Today, Glenrock is still making history. Discover its remarkable past and experience everything this vibrant community offers today.
Explore Downtown Glenrock
Walk Through History on Al’s Way
Discover the stories, signs, historic buildings, and scenery along Al’s Way, Glenrock’s downtown walking trail.
Explore Al’s Way
Fishing & Outdoor RecreationGlenrock sits in Central Wyoming at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, nestled along the Deer Creek tributary system near the confluence of Deer Creek and the North Platte River. The area offers excellent opportunities for fishing, outdoor recreation, and a relaxing round at Glenrock’s nine-hole golf course. |
Historic Downtown GlenrockNo visit to Glenrock is complete without a walk through its historic downtown. The Commerce Block, constructed in 1917, remains the centerpiece of downtown and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The Glenrock Paleon Museum, Hotel Higgins, restaurants, shops, and local gathering places are all within walking distance. |
Historic Hospitality
Hotel Higgins
Hotel Higgins celebrated its grand opening on May 19, 1917, proudly offering “steam-heated rooms and hot and cold running water.” More than a century later, Hotel Higgins remains a distinctive place to stay and dine. Its outdoor patio is an inviting spot to enjoy a summer evening in downtown Glenrock.
Oregon Trail History
Rock in the Glen
Rock in the Glen is located along the western edge of Glenrock. The formation contains names and dates carved into the stone by travelers passing through on the Oregon Trail. John C. Frémont’s first expedition, guided by Kit Carson, once camped in the rocky glen. Visitors can park near the interpretive sign and walk onto the rock formation to search for the faded inscriptions left behind by early travelers.
Annual Community Celebration
Deer Creek Days
Each summer, Glenrock comes alive for Deer Creek Days. This community tradition features three days of parades, pancake breakfasts, barbecue, live music, rodeo action, local art, and family activities. Visitors can enjoy events such as a 5K, basketball tournament, mud volleyball, horse show, tractor pull, craft sale, talent show, and much more.
Dinosaurs & Discovery
Glenrock Paleon Museum
The Paleon Museum is home to an impressive collection of dinosaur fossils and geological treasures discovered in the Glenrock area. This engaging local museum offers visitors of all ages an up-close look at Wyoming’s prehistoric past.
Guided museum tours are available with affordable admission, and children ages 12 and younger are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Learn More About Glenrock History
Continue exploring the people, places, and events that shaped Glenrock at the Deer Creek Museum.
Visit the Deer Creek Museum Page