Private Glendo Reservoir Walleye Fishing in Wyoming
Private Trip
Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing
Target trophy walleye over 24 inches at top western destinationFullday private fishing with casting, jigging, and trolling techniquesMorning departures offer calm conditions and scenic canyon views
If you're serious about walleye fishing, Glendo Reservoir is where you need to be. This massive Wyoming lake has earned its reputation as one of the West's premier walleye destinations, and for good reason. We're talking about a fishery that consistently produces trophy walleye over 24 inches, plus healthy populations of crappie and yellow perch that'll keep your rod bent all day long. When you book this private full-day trip with Brad Petersen Outdoors, you're getting exclusive access to over 12,000 acres of prime fishing water, surrounded by some of the most beautiful country Wyoming has to offer.
This isn't your typical crowded lake experience. Glendo stretches for miles, with deep channels, rocky points, and countless coves that hold fish year-round. The reservoir sits at about 4,400 feet elevation, nestled between rolling hills and dramatic canyon walls that create a stunning backdrop while you're working the water. Morning launches are my personal favorite – the lake usually starts calm, giving you perfect conditions to locate schools of walleye before the afternoon winds pick up. The water clarity here is excellent, which means you can sight-fish in the shallows or work deeper structure with confidence. You'll have the boat to yourself, so we can move at your pace, whether you want to hit multiple spots or spend time perfecting your technique in one productive area.
Glendo's diverse structure means we can fish multiple ways depending on conditions and what the fish are telling us. Trolling is deadly effective here, especially for covering water and locating active schools. We'll run crankbaits, spinner rigs, and bottom bouncers along the main channel breaks and over submerged humps. When we mark fish, we'll switch to vertical jigging with jigs and minnows or soft plastics – this is where you can really dial in your technique and feel every tap. Casting to rocky shorelines and points produces explosive strikes, particularly during low-light periods. The reservoir's numerous creek arms and coves are perfect for working spinnerbaits and jerkbaits when walleye are shallow. I'll have all the gear you need, from light spinning setups for finesse presentations to heavier baitcasters for trolling. The key here is staying flexible and reading the water.
Walleye are the main attraction at Glendo, and these fish don't mess around. The average walleye here runs 14-18 inches, but don't be surprised when you hook into a genuine trophy pushing 26 inches or more. These fish are incredibly healthy, with broad shoulders and aggressive attitudes. Spring and fall are prime time, when walleye move shallow to feed and become more active throughout the day. Summer fishing means working deeper water during midday, but early morning and evening bites can be absolutely explosive. What makes Glendo walleye special is their fighting ability – the cold, clear water keeps them strong and energetic.
Crappie fishing here is seriously underrated. Glendo holds both black and white crappie, with fish regularly hitting 12-14 inches. These slabs concentrate around submerged timber, rock piles, and creek channel edges. Spring spawning periods bring crappie into shallow bays where you can sight-fish with small jigs and minnows. The fun factor with crappie is off the charts – they school heavily, so when you find one, you've usually found a bunch. Their delicate mouths and acrobatic fights make every hookup exciting.
American Yellow Perch might be the most underestimated species in the lake. Glendo's perch grow fat and sassy, with jumbo specimens exceeding 12 inches. They're most active during cooler months and can be found in large schools over deeper flats and around structure. Perch fishing is perfect for anglers who want steady action – these fish are aggressive and excellent table fare. Kids especially love perch fishing because the bites are obvious and the fish are colorful and feisty.
Glendo Reservoir fishing is world-class, plain and simple. This private full-day adventure gives you the best shot at trophy walleye while experiencing some of Wyoming's most scenic water. Whether you're a seasoned angler looking to add a wall-hanger to your collection or someone wanting to improve their technique in a proven fishery, this trip delivers. The combination of abundant fish, stunning scenery, and personalized guiding makes it a top-rated choice for serious anglers. Don't wait – prime dates fill up fast, especially during peak seasons. Book your Glendo adventure today and get ready to experience why this reservoir has such a legendary reputation among walleye fishermen.
Your fishing platform for Glendo Reservoir is a dependable 18-foot Lund motorboat from 2004, powered by a robust 135HP Mercury engine that'll get you to the prime walleye spots quickly. This versatile rig handles Wyoming's changing water conditions with ease, reaching speeds up to 38 knots when you need to chase the bite across the lake. The wireless trolling motor lets you drift silently over structure without spooking fish, while the onboard GPS keeps you on productive areas and the fish finder reveals what's lurking below. Perfect for solo anglers or fishing with a partner, this boat gives you access to Glendo's famous walleye haunts, from shallow morning feeding areas to deeper drop-offs where trophy fish cruise. Built tough for western waters, it's your ticket to some of the region's best walleye action.
Perca FlavescensYellow perch average 7-8 inches but can reach over a foot when conditions are right. These golden beauties with dark vertical bars love hanging around weed beds, fallen trees, and rocky structure in 10-20 feet of water. They school heavily, so finding one usually means you've hit the jackpot. Spring and fall are prime times when they move shallow to feed, though they bite year-round if you know where to look. What guests love most is how willing they are to bite and how fantastic they taste - firm, sweet meat that rivals any fish on the table. They're not going to bend your rod double, but they put up a scrappy fight that keeps things fun. Here's my local secret: use small jigs tipped with a piece of worm and work them just off the bottom near structure. When the bite gets tough, downsize your presentation and slow it way down.
Pomoxis NigromaculatusCrappie run 7-12 inches and typically weigh around a pound, making them perfect pan-sized fish. You'll find both black and white crappie in Glendo's coves and around submerged structure - blacks prefer the clearer water while whites don't mind it a bit murky. They school up tight, so when you find one, there's usually more nearby. Spring spawning season brings them shallow, but they're most active at dawn and dusk year-round. What makes crappie special is their incredible table quality - sweet, flaky white meat that's hard to beat. They don't fight like a walleye, but they're steady pullers that'll keep kids and beginners happy. My go-to trick here is working small jigs around fallen timber in 8-15 feet of water. Once you locate a school, slow down and work that area thoroughly.
Sander VitreusGlendo's walleye population is what puts this reservoir on the map - we regularly see fish in the 18-24 inch range with some true trophies pushing 28 inches or better. These golden-sided predators have those distinctive glassy eyes that help them hunt in low light. They prefer rocky points, drop-offs, and weed edges, usually holding in 15-25 feet during the day before moving shallow to feed at dusk and dawn. Spring through fall offers consistent action, but those early morning and evening bites are when the magic happens. Walleye fight with steady, head-shaking runs and are hands-down the best eating fish in the lake - firm, flaky white meat with zero muddy taste. My local tip for Glendo: focus on the main lake points with a good jig and minnow combo, and don't be afraid to work deeper water during bright conditions.
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