Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
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.
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. Please call the local district office for current status.
Notifications and Alerts
All facilities first come first served until Memorial Day when reservations are recommended.
Need to Know
- The single site fee includes one vehicle, the double site fee includes two vehicles, any vehicles over these will be charged an extra $6 vehicle fee at the campground.
- Livestock is not allowed in the campground
- Nearest pay phone and services are 8 miles away
- Click here for more information on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
- Don't Move Firewood: Help prevent the spread of tree-killing pests in our national forests by obtaining firewood near your destination and burning it on-site. For more information visit dontmovefirewood.org.
Please Pack in Pack out your trash.
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.
Contact Information
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RUBY MTN RANG 140 PACIFIC AVE WELLS NV 89835
Phone Number
For campground inquiries, please call: 775-752-3357
Rental Options
Learn more about gear rental options for your trip
Driving Directions
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.
Available Campsites
- Site ACP, Loop ANGE, Type Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop ANGE, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 011, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop ANGE, Type Rv Nonelectric
