Angel Lake
Angel Lake Campground is located next to beautiful Angel Lake, high on the East Humboldt Mountain Range. It sits at an elevation of 8,400 feet, just 12 miles from the city of Wells, in northeast Nevada. Visitors enjoy canoeing, fishing, hiking and viewing wildlife.
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Site mix
| Standard, no hookups | 24 |
| RV, no hookups | 1 |
| Host/management | 3 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 35 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
25 sites. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Type | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles | Fires | Accessible |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | 16 / 3 | Yes | |
| 002 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 003 | Standard | Back-in | 35 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 004 | Standard | Back-in | 30 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 005 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 006 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 007 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 008 | Standard | Back-in | 25 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 009 | Standard | Back-in | 20 | Paved | 8 / 2 | Yes | |
| 010 | RV | Back-in | 25 | Paved | 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 | 35 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Pets | Allowed |
| Campfires | Allowed, subject to restrictions |
| Accessibility | Site 016 is listed accessible |
The campground offers single and double campsites, some of which have lake views. Each site contains a picnic table, campfire ring and grill. Vault toilets are also available. A day-use picnic area is adjacent to the campground, along the lakeshore.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Season | June to October |
| Forest | Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest |
| Booking | Yes, reservations are required for campsites at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232015 or by calling Toll Free 1-877-444-6777 (International 606-515-6777 or TDD 877-833-6777). |
| Fees | Per Day: $18 Single/$36 double |
| Rules | Dogs must be on a leash at campground. No stock allowed in 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 12 miles to the end of the road at Angel Lake.
| Nearest town | Wells, Nevada |
| Coordinates | 41.0328° N, 115.0919° W · Directions ↗ |
Explore
Video
Angel Creek Campground - Humboldt National Forest, NV
Worth a stop
- 0.6 mi
- 3.7 miSmith Lake Trailhead ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.1 miSmith Lake0.8 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 0.5 miAngel Lake Spring0.3 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.6 miAngel Lake Spring Boxunder 0.1 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.7 miEast Humboldt Highline ↗25.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 1.2 miTrout Creek1.4 mi trail · hiking, horse
- 1.2 miAngel0.8 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 2.2 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 2.2 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 sits at the foot of rugged and scenic glacial cirques, that top out around 10,000 feet. Dwarf aspens cover the campground, providing privacy between campsites, but little to no shade. A variety of wildlife, including bighorn sheep, mountain goats, deer and birds of prey, make its home around the lake, creating good viewing opportunities.
Recreation
Angel Lake offers great canoeing and fishing for rainbow and brook trout. Smith Lake Trail begins at the campground entrance.
Guidebooks for Nevada
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Angel Lake?
Sites at Angel Lake are reservable on Recreation.gov. Yes, reservations are required for campsites at https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232015 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 Lake?
Per Day: $18 Single/$36 double
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Angel Lake?
Check-in 2:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
How many sites does Angel Lake have?
28 sites, including 24 standard sites without power and 1 RV site without hookups.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Angel Lake?
The longest site here provides 35 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 Lake?
Yes, pets are allowed at Angel Lake. Leash rules apply.
Source: Recreation.gov
Can I have a campfire at Angel Lake?
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 Lake?
Site 016 is 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 Lake?
FCC coverage maps show AT&T 4G LTE and T-Mobile 5G at the campground point. Terrain changes that from one site to the next.
Source: FCC Broadband Map
What is there to do at Angel Lake?
Angel Lake offers 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 Lake?
Wells, Nevada.
Source: Getting there
What if Angel Lake is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Angel Creek (2 mi), Thomas Canyon (31.1 mi), and Terraces Campground - Picnic Area (31.2 mi).
Source: Campgrounds nearby