Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
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.
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.
Need to Know
- The single site fee includes one vehicle, the double site fee includes two vehicles, any vehicles over these will be charged a extra vehicle fee at the campground.
- Livestock is not allowed at 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.
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Reserved site held until check-out time on the day after the scheduled arrival date. If you haven't occupied it at any time during this period, your reservation is null and void and we will give it to first come first serve folks. Your reservation will be a no show and no refund will be given.
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.
Contact Information
Mailing
P.O. Box 246 WELLS NV 89835
Physical
140 Pacific Avenue 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 12 miles to the end of the road at Angel Lake.
Available Campsites
- Site 011, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 005, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 010, Loop ANGE, Type Rv Nonelectric
- Site 007, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 008, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 025, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 004, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 013, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 001, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 003, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 016, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 024, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 018, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 006, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 002, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 009, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 019, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 023, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 026, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 012, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 021, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 015, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 014, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 017, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
- Site 020, Loop ANGE, Type Standard Nonelectric
