Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)

Campground · Nevada · 25 bookable sites ·

Managed by the USDA Forest Service

Humboldt National Forest (NF) · Open Access

25
Bookable sites
35 ft
Max rig length
up to 16
People per site
1
Accessible site
9,235 ft
Elevation
Angel Lake
Photo: Scenic Canyons Recreational Services, Inc. · Recreation.gov

Overview

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.

Recreation

Angel Lake offers great canoeing and fishing for rainbow and brook trout. Smith Lake Trail begins at the campground entrance.

Facilities

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. 

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.

The facts

  • 25 bookable sites
  • 28 sites in total, including non-bookable
  • 1 accessible site
  • Vehicles up to 35 ft
  • Up to 16 people per site
  • Loops: ANGE, S&P

Site types

  • 24 Standard Nonelectric
  • 3 Management
  • 1 RV Nonelectric

Amenities

  • Campfires allowed
  • Pets allowed

Not recorded upstream: electric hookups, water hookups, sewer hookups, fire pits, picnic tables, grills, shade.

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28 campsites at Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)

Check-in 2:00 PM · Check-out 12:00 PM

SiteLoopTypeEntrySurfaceMax rigPeople
001ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved25 ft16 🐾
002ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
003ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
004ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
005ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
006ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved25 ft8 🐾
007ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
008ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved25 ft8 🐾
009ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
010ANGERv NonelectricBack InPaved25 ft8 🐾
011ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
012ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
013ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
014ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
015ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
016ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved25 ft8♿ 🐾
017ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾
018ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
019ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
020ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
021ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
022ANGEManagementBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
023ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
024ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved20 ft8 🐾
025ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
026ANGEStandard NonelectricBack InPaved35 ft8 🐾
Double S&PS&PManagementBack InPaved25 ft16 🐾
Single S&PS&PManagementBack InPaved30 ft8 🐾

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.

41.03278, -115.09194 · 41°1'58.0"N 115°5'31.0"W

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Typical weather

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Precip in2.92.52.53.72.81.30.80.70.82.01.62.4

1991–2020 averages from the nearest NOAA station, 5.5 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 Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)

Can you reserve a site at Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)?
Yes, Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV) is reservable through Recreation.gov.
How many campsites does Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV) have?
28 sites in total, of which 25 can be booked.
What is the maximum RV length at Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)?
35 ft. That is the longest vehicle the sites here are recorded as taking; individual sites may be shorter.
Are pets allowed at Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)?
Yes, pets are allowed at Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV).
Are campfires allowed at Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)?
Campfires are allowed at Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV). Check for a current fire restriction before you go.

Camping near Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)

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Recreation.gov last updated this record on 2026-02-25.

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