Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)

Campground · Nevada · 19 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Humboldt National Forest (NF) · Open Access

19
Bookable sites
45 ft
Max rig length
up to 30
People per site
4
Accessible sites
6,756 ft
Elevation
Angel Creek Site 18
Photo: Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc. · Recreation.gov

Overview

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.

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.

Facilities

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.

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.

The facts

  • 19 bookable sites
  • 21 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • 4 accessible sites
  • Vehicles up to 45 ft
  • Up to 30 people per site
  • Loops: ANGE, S&P

Site types

  • 18 Standard Nonelectric
  • 2 Management
  • 1 Group Tent Only Area Nonelectric

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Fire pits
  • Picnic tables
  • Grills
  • Shade
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups.

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21 campsites at Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
001ANGEStandard NonelectricPull ThroughPaved40 ft8 🐾
002ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
003ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved25 ft8 🐾
004ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
005ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
006ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
007ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
008ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved25 ft8 🐾
009ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved22 ft8 🐾
010ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
011ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
012ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved25 ft8 🐾
013ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
014ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
015ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved40 ft8♿ 🐾
016ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InGravel45 ft16♿ 🐾
017ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
018ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved40 ft8 🐾
ACPANGEGroup Tent Only Area NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft30♿ 🐾
Group S&PS&PManagementBack InPaved20 ft30♿ 🐾
Standard S&PS&PManagementPull ThroughPaved40 ft8 🐾

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.

41.03278, -115.05333 · 41°1'58.0"N 115°3'12.0"W

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Typical weather

Typically 88°F in Jul, down to 36°F in Jan.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F363950576777888676624737
Low °F121724283542504839282012
Precip in0.80.70.81.11.10.60.40.30.80.70.91.0

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 6.3 mi away — not measured at the facility itself, and elevation can make a real difference over that distance.

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Common questions about Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)

Can you reserve a site at Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)?
Yes, Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV) have?
21 sites in total, of which 19 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)?
45 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)?
Yes, pets are allowed at Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV).
Are campfires allowed at Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)?
Campfires are allowed at Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-06-09.

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