Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv)

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters — lakeside, fishing, hiking

Location: WELLS, NV, NV

Price: From $17 per night

Price range: $17–$71 per night

Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (82 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.The campground provides vault toilets and drinking water.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): strong signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile. Verizon 4G: 100%. AT&T 4G: 100%. T-Mobile 4G: 100%.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water, Camp Host, Fishing, Firewood for Sale

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Angel Creek sits at 6,200 feet on the East Humboldt Mountain Range with direct access to Angel Lake, just four miles away, offering excellent canoeing and fishing for rainbow and brook trout. The campground includes a camp host, drinking water, and fire rings, making it a well-supported base for recreation.

Wildlife alert: Expect to see Rock Wrens and Spotted Towhees in the area. Wildflowers including western blue flag and Porter's Sulphur Flower bloom seasonally.

Insider tips for Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv): Book early—this is a federal campground with only 19 sites and high demand Smith Lake Trail begins at Angel Lake Campground entrance (4 miles away), offering day hiking without additional driving Bring a canoe or fishing gear; Angel Lake is just a short 4-mile drive and stocked with rainbow and brook trout

Skip Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv) if: You need RV hookups—campground has none and is only suitable for self-contained RVs. You plan to camp outside May-October—seasonal operations only.

Best time to visit Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only; this is the confirmed operating window. June-September — Mid-season offers optimal weather after May opening and before October closure.

Nearby campgrounds: Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv) (WELLS, NV), Thomas Canyon (WELLS, NV), Terraces Campground - Picnic Area (Wells , NV), Powerhouse Group Picnic Area (Wells, NV).