Angel Creek
Angel Creek Campground is located on the grassy foothills of the East Humboldt Mountain Range, just eight miles southwest of Wells, Nev. It sits at an elevation of 6,200 feet. Visitors enjoy making the short drive to Angel Lake for canoeing and fishing.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 18 |
| Group tent areas | 1 |
| Host/management | 2 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
19 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | Shade | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Pull-through | 40 | Paved | Full | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 22 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | ||
| 010 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | Partial | 8 / 2 | Yes |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 45 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Tent pads | Yes |
| Accessibility | Sites 015, 016, ACP, Group S&P are listed accessible |
The campground provides vault toilets and drinking water. Each campsite contains a picnic table and combination campfire ring with grill. Most sites have tent pads. Firewood is available for purchase from the host. Trash collection is available during peak season. The tent only group camping area can accommodate up to 30 people and six tents. There is parking for six vehicles. The site contains picnic tables, a group fire ring and family grill. The site is handicap accessible. If not reserved, the site can be used on a first-come, first-served basis for group camping or day use picnics. Campground is open on a first come first serve basis after peak season, without trash collection and drinking water. Please bring what you need, and pack it in, pack it out. Off season campground use is weather dependent.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | May to November |
| Forest | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Booking | Yes, reservations are required for campsites at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232014 or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD 877-833-6777). |
| Fees | Per Day: $17 Single/$34 Double/$71 Group |
| Rules | Dogs must be on a leash at campground. |
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Getting there
Take Interstate 80 to the West Wells exit. Turn south on Angel Lake Road (State Route 231) and travel 8 miles to Angel Creek. Turn left and follow the road for one mile to the campground.
| Nearest town | Wells, Nevada |
| Coordinates | 41.0328° N, 115.0533° W · Directions ↗ |
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Angel Creek Campground - Humboldt National Forest, NV
Worth a stop
- 1.6 mi
- 5.5 miSmith Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miAngel 50.4 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.2 miAngel 30.6 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.5 miAngel 3 Connector0.09 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.5 miAngel0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.6 miAngel Too1.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
- 0.6 miAngel Too Spurunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 2 more
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
East Humboldts Wilderness begins about 3 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 3 miEast Humboldts Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 32,364 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
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Natural features
The campground is situated among mature aspens, which offer partial shade and beautiful fall color. Wildflowers dot the area during the summer months.
Recreation
Beautiful Angel Lake is just four miles from the campground, offering great canoeing and fishing for rainbow and brook trout. Smith Lake Trail begins at the entrance to Angel Lake Campground, with a designated day use parking area for the trail before entering the campground. A variety of wildlife, including bighorn sheep, mountain goats, deer and birds of prey, make its home around the lake, creating good viewing opportunities for visitors to the area.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Angel Creek?
Sites at Angel Creek are reservable on Recreation.gov. Yes, reservations are required for campsites at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232014 or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD 877-833-6777). Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Angel Creek?
Per Day: $17 Single/$34 Double/$71 Group
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Angel Creek?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Angel Creek have?
21 sites, including 18 standard sites without power and 1 group tent area.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Angel Creek?
The longest site here provides 45 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
Are pets allowed at Angel Creek?
Yes, pets are allowed at Angel Creek. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Angel Creek?
Fires are allowed in the provided rings under normal conditions. Dogs must be on a leash at campground.
Source: Recreation.gov
Are there accessible sites at Angel Creek?
Sites 015, 016, ACP, and Group S&P are listed accessible on Recreation.gov. What that covers (a paved pad, an accessible table, a nearby accessible restroom) is on each site's booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is there cell service at Angel Creek?
FCC coverage maps show Verizon 4G LTE, AT&T 5G, and T-Mobile 4G LTE at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Angel Creek?
Beautiful Angel Lake is just four miles from the campground, offering great canoeing and fishing for rainbow and brook trout. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Angel Creek?
Wells, Nevada.
Source: Getting there
What if Angel Creek is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Angel Lake (2 mi), Thomas Canyon (32.2 mi), and Terraces Campground - Picnic Area (32.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby