Remove Ads
5.0
7 votes

Angel Lake Campground

NF-098 / Angel Lake Rd., Wells, Nevada 89835 USA

  • Independent
  • Pet Friendly
  • Not Wheelchair
    Accessible
  • Public
    Restrooms
Add to Trip
Remove Ads

“Sitting at 8,400 ft elevation”

Elevation 8,500 feet. 26 camping sites, including 1 double site, and 11 day use picnic sites in subalpine dwarf aspen forest area. The campground is next to Angel Lake, and flanked by glacial cirques. Non motorized boating (canoeing) in Angel Lake, and fishing for rainbow, brook, and tiger trout. The Smith Lake Trailhead accesses the northern part of the East Humboldt Wilderness from campground, and another trailhead from just southeast of the campground heads south, to Winchell Lake. Wilderness trails are for hiking or horseback riding only. Wildlife includes bighorn sheep, mountain goats, mule deer, and pronghorn antelope. Route is Angel Lake Road State Scenic Byway. 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, drinking water and trash collection are also provided. Firewood is available for purchase from the campground host. A day-use picnic area is adjacent to the campground, along the lakeshore.

Read More >

Reviews of Angel Lake Campground

27 people have reviewed this location

Ratings Summary

4.0 Access
4.9 Location
5.0 Cleanliness
4.5 Site Quality
4.4 Noise

Cell Coverage

Verizon 4G/5G

Confirmed by 7 users | Last reported on August 14, 2023

AT&T 4G

Confirmed by 2 users | Last reported on September 22, 2022
Add Review
Thanks!
Your Rating
1
2
3
4
5

Reviewed by
JeanKHanks

  • 1 Review
  • 4 Helpful
July 24, 2019
Rated 5.0

Such a surprise!! The waterfall and overall grounds are just stunning. We were so sad we made this just a stopover and wished we could’ve stayed longer. A must see! We stayed in spot #7 with our RV and it was definitely the best spot to park. Overlooked everything, direct access to the trails (and close to a bathroom).

4 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
dekew

  • 1 Review
  • 4 Helpful
June 21, 2014
Rated

One of the scariest drives for one of the most beautiful campsites we've ever stayed in. Only a few sites here and most are small and/or reserved. We found one of the last long sites available (we just fit with out unhitching our 27' airstream from our 23' truck) and it was a future reservation, so we could only stay one night. Book ahead, stay a couple nights, and take your time up and down the mountain!

4 people found this review helpful

Reviewed by
kirabira

  • 1 Review
  • 1 Helpful
July 17, 2020
Rated 5.0

Incredibly beautiful and a true oasis. After driving east for 8 hours, many of them across hot, flat, brown and yellow Nevada, to get to spend the night in this cool green quiet bowl was truly magic. Campsites are really well spaced so very minimal noise from campsite neighbors. Communal taps aren’t available right now because of Covid, so definitely bring your own water.

1 person found this review helpful
Photo of Campendium

Reviewed by
Campendium

August 03, 2014
Rated

This is a beautiful campground, but the drive to the top of the mountain is very steep. There aren't a lot of spots that fit a 27' trailer (it seemed like most were tent sites), we barely fit in ours, but it was high up with a beautiful view of the lake, mountains and the valley.

Was this helpful?
This reviewer would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $21.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: 5

4 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
5 Noise
Photo of Campendium

Reviewed by
Campendium

September 26, 2014
Rated

Crazy drive up the mountain! You would think they could invest in some guardrails or something. Yikes. Totally worth the drive though! The lake is beautiful and peaceful - great for swimming. We also hiked up to the waterfall (Jess scrambled to the top) as well as up on the ridge above the campground. Sites were fairly small, and no tree cover, but it was clean and pretty.

We loved it here!

No Verizon signal though so we couldn't stay long.

Was this helpful?
This reviewer would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $21.00

Days Stayed: 2

Site Number: 10

2 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
4 Site Quality
5 Noise

Reviewed by
Stan

  • 6 Reviews
  • 0 Helpful
March 23, 2016
Rated

Great little campground after a crazy steep drive up the mountain. A beautiful setting in an alpine area, right near a lake with a small waterfall. Sites are small-ish and a little close together. This is above the tree line, so there is no shade or cover, but quite a bit of low growth between the sites, so they did not feel exposed. And some amazing views of the mountains and surrounding valleys. I did not have any trouble with my 16' trailer, however, anything longer that 24-25' would find limited space. And the drive up the mountain, although not long, is extremely steep and narrow. I only stayed one night while I was traveling across Nevada on I-80. I would definitely stay here again and would like to spend more time exploring the area and trails.

Was this helpful?
Stan would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $21.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: -

4 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
5 Noise
Photo of Campendium

Reviewed by
Campendium

September 07, 2017
Rated

This our second time visiting Angel lake. It's truly a beautiful setting. Yes, the drive is up a steep road to the top. We unhooked the toad and made it up at a slow pace. The campground is tight but there is privacy from low growing Aspen's. Almost all the site are at least 6 to 10" off level so bring a lot of blocks. Definitely worth the stop!

Was this helpful?
This reviewer would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $16.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: 23

3 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
3 Site Quality
3 Noise

Cell Coverage Rating

Verizon 4G

Photo of Campendium

Reviewed by
Campendium

July 06, 2020
Rated

Having driven this stretch of Nevada a number of times, we’ve always zipped right on through to destinations elsewhere. Who knew this little gem of a site, and the Ruby Mountains in general, we’re so beautiful? We found this place (through Campendium) and lucked out to find a spot still available on the 4th of July. An awkward little spot (#20 I believe?) too small for rigs, was perfect for our roof top tent set up and was the closest spot to the lake. High alpine setting, around 9000 ft, snow on the opposing mountain side and a cascading waterfall down through a horseshoe shaped valley. Awesome lake for kayaking, fishing (which we didn’t) and cliff jumping (which we did). Def recommend.

Was this helpful?
This reviewer would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $16.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: -

5 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
4 Site Quality
4 Noise

Cell Coverage Rating

AT&T 4G

Photo of Campendium

Reviewed by
Campendium

February 10, 2021
Rated

Stop on our way to Jackson Hole from CA. It's pretty much exactly half way.

Small campground, lots of kids and families, the lake was pretty low but still beautiful.

Showed up on a Saturday afternoon and got the last spot.

Was this helpful?
This reviewer would stay here again

Nightly Rate: -

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: -

4 Access
5 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
4 Noise

Cell Coverage Rating

Verizon 4G

Photo of Campendium

Reviewed by
Campendium

July 28, 2021
Rated

Such a great find. We arrived in dark at 8:45p on a Tuesday night end of July and half sites weren’t available. It did rain and lightening before we arrived so could have affected occupancy. It is at 8000 feet up a windy road. When I called the ranger station to inquire about availability (they don’t know) they suggested folks with trailers and longer rigs stay at Angel Creek Campground, which is 4 miles earlier on the road before the winding and steep edges (also cows in road) starts. I think it’s doable for most rigs but recommend arriving in light if you’re longer. The campsite only has a few bigger spots. We stayed at site 13, which barely fit our 21 ft camper van. Site 15 was twice as long so choose it if you’re booking ahead. Whole place is paved. Lake gorgeous, clear and cool. Day use Lot also available for $7 for fishing. 1 bar Verizon though were able to make a phone call. Clean and non-smelly pit toilets with a few water spigots.

Was this helpful?
This reviewer would stay here again

Nightly Rate: $18.00

Days Stayed: 1

Site Number: 13

3 Access
4 Location
5 Cleanliness
5 Site Quality
5 Noise

Cell Coverage Rating

Verizon 4G

Be the first to add a review to the Angel Lake Campground.

Angel Lake Campground

NF-098 / Angel Lake Rd.
Wells, Nevada
89835 USA
Remove Ads

Hours

Hours not available

Problem with this listing? Let us know.

Has RV parking changed? Let us know.

Remove Ads
  • Unavailable
    Parking
  • Check
    Pets Allowed
  • Check
    Restrooms
  • Unknown
    Wifi
  • Unavailable
    Wheelchair Accessible
  • Unknown
    Credit Cards Accepted
Affiliation
National forest
Last Nightly Rate
21.0
Longest Vehicle Length Reported
25.0
Lowest Nightly Rate
16.0
Max Length
30 ft
Max Stay
14
Season End
Sept.
Season Start
June
Sites Count
27
Standard Tent Sites Count
1
  • Unavailable
    Paved Sites
  • Unavailable
    Fifty Amp
  • Unavailable
    Full Hookup
  • Check
    Rec Facilities
  • Unavailable
    Pull Through
  • Check
    Tent Sites
  • Unavailable
    Dump Station
  • Unavailable
    Big Rigs
  • Check
    Open Seasonally
  • Unavailable
    Age Restricted
  • Check
    Boondock
  • Unavailable
    Cabin Sites
  • Unavailable
    Dispersed Sites
  • Unavailable
    Firewood
  • Unavailable
    Fulltime Residents
  • Unavailable
    Group Tent Sites
  • Unavailable
    Laundry
  • Unavailable
    Mobile Homes
  • Unavailable
    Permit Required
  • Check
    Potable Water
  • Unavailable
    Propane
  • Check
    Public Water
  • Unavailable
    Pull Through RV Sites
  • Check
    Reservations
  • Unavailable
    Sewer Hookup
  • Unavailable
    Showers
  • Check
    Sites
  • Check
    Standard Tent Sites
  • Unavailable
    Water Hookup
See More Details (49)

Campground, Restrooms

Remove Ads

Nearby Hotels

Wells, Nevada
FastBook
$$$

Click to discover a
great deal!

Wells, Nevada
FastBook
$$$$

Click to discover a
great deal!

Wells, Nevada
Wells, Nevada
FastBook

Click to discover a
great deal!

Wells, Nevada
FastBook

Click to discover a
great deal!

Remove Ads

Related Trip Guides

  • Trip Guide

The top things to do on an I-80 road trip

  • 35 Places
  • 53:41
  • 3,194 mi
Remove Ads
567894