Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, NV)

P.O. Box 246
WELLS, NV 89835

Notice

Angel Lake campground and day use area will close for the season Monday September 7th, 2026 due to construction and repair of the Angel Lake dam.

Aug 20, 2026 – Nov 1, 2026

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.

Camp site features

Across 25 camp sites:

Pets allowed: all 25 sites
ADA accessible: 1 of 25 sites
Longest rig: 35 ft
Largest party: 16 people

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.

Stay Limit

Check in from 2 PM, check out by 12 PM.

Reviews

82 reviews

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Laura N

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Reviewed 6 days ago

The night sky was incredible! The brush between campsites made them more private.

Alexa B

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Reviewed 6 days ago

This place is AMAZING for the views! You are seated right at the base of a towering box canyon. The drive up is not for the faint of heart and I wouldn’t recommend this for anyone with a rig longer than 50 ft. Not sure about class A’s as we have a bumper pull. Come loaded as there is no potable water available anywhere up there. Decent vault toilets. A shame that a lot of people when we were there liked to “share” their music with everyone in the campground. The host could have been more hands on with policing and more available for questions. They were frequently not around.

Carly M

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Reviewed 8 days ago

Loved camping near the lake, wish the parking lot was included but that's fine the campground it close. The campground host was amazing, very efficient and kind. He also did not just walk around and police everyone but kept things picked up. The spots are nice, and the hike trails nearby are awesome! Fav camping area now

Douglas M

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Reviewed 9 days ago

My car broke down and I didnt make it. :-( Love this campground tho.

Jeffrey M

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Reviewed 12 days ago

What a beautiful drive up to an incredible mountain lake staged in front of an amazing rhythm of rock formations. Clean toilets and each campsite is quite private and secluded. Hear the howl of coyotes at night on the cliffs under the full moon. What a memorable experience.

Ruth K

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Reviewed a month ago

Incredibly beautiful spot! The tent space could’ve been larger. Clean bathrooms, quiet nights…

Availability

See the Camp Sites section below to find detailed booking availability.

Reserve Watch

Popularity: Quiet

Busiest in August, when about 22% of guest capacity is reserved. Based on 11 years of reservations.