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DISCOVER TRUE STORIES OF THE AMERICAN WEST
Historic Glenrock Walking Tour
A walk through Glenrock is more than a stroll—it’s a journey through the rich and rugged timeline of the American West.
Railroad Tour
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Follow the Douglas Railroad Museum
Visit Glenrock Main Street
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Begin your adventure on Al’s Way, a paved path that traces the community’s historic rail bed.
From this trail, you’ll glimpse a nearby bluff where Native Americans once skillfully stampeded buffalo over the edge—a vital practice that provided meat, hides, and bones for survival.
Discover the resilience of pioneer women

As you continue, interpretive signs tell the stories of early travelers who passed through this area, trading goods, founding settlements, and carving their names into stone for loved ones they hoped would follow. These markings remain today as silent messages from generations past.

One panel honors the resilience of pioneer women, detailing their strength in the face of hardship—grieving lost husbands and children, enduring births along the trail—and their unwavering will to keep moving westward.

You’ll also discover tales of entrepreneurs and visionaries who provided essential services, such as ferries, mail delivery, and supplies, to weary travelers. As transportation evolved, Glenrock witnessed the roar of trains racing through the plains.

Along the trail, you’ll encounter the story of Wyoming’s deadliest train wreck and learn about the nearby hotel where the injured found shelter and care.

Cole Creek Train Wreck
Glenrock Paleon Museum

For those with a curiosity for ancient history, the Glenrock Paleon Museum, located just steps away, showcases fascinating fossil discoveries and tells the story of this land long before human footsteps marked the soil.

This walk isn’t just educational—it’s immersive. As you read the signs and gaze out over the trail and surrounding skyline, you’re standing exactly where history happened. Close your eyes and you might hear the echo of a whip crack, the call of a teamster, or the chisel of a rock as an emigrant etched a name into stone.

Come walk through Glenrock, and walk through the American West’s history.

Al’s Way, Glenrock’s historic walking path, is in the heart of downtown and can be accessed at Town Square.

The path is accessible in all seasons. There is no admission or cost associated with visiting the historic trek.

Beyond the historic signs, the trail is located atop a landmark rail bed and crosses a bridge built in 1911. The wooden structure serves as a gateway to the town park.

Walk Through History in Glenrock, Wyoming

As your walk through Glenrock winds to a close, consider that the stories you’ve uncovered along Al’s Way are just a glimpse into what this welcoming town has to offer.

History isn’t confined to the trail—it lives on in the architecture, the museums, the friendly shopkeepers, and the quiet rhythm of small-town life that still beats strong here on the high plains.

After your stroll, stop by a local café or diner to reflect on the path you’ve walked and the generations who came before.

Spend time browsing Glenrock’s antique shops or visiting the Glenrock Library’s historic collection. With its small-town charm, rich heritage, and easy access to nearby attractions, Glenrock makes for the perfect stop on your Wyoming adventure.

Better yet—make a night of it. Stay in one of Glenrock’s cozy inns or nearby lodging options and wake up ready to explore more of Converse County’s hidden gems.

Whether you're tracing history, hunting fossils, or just soaking in the scenery, Glenrock invites you to slow down, look closer, and walk a little further into the story of the West.

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