Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv)
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters — lakeside, fishing, hiking
Location: WELLS, NV, NV
Price: From $18 per night
Price range: $18–$36 per night
Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (69 reviews)
Season: May through October
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.The campground offers single and double campsites, some of which have lake views.
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, Fishing
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Angel Lake sits at 8,400 feet on the East Humboldt Mountain Range with direct lake access for fishing rainbow and brook trout, canoeing, and hiking via the Smith Lake Trail that starts at the campground entrance.
Wildlife alert: American Pika observed in the area—these small alpine mammals indicate high-elevation habitat. Also expect Rock Wrens and Vesper Sparrows.
Insider tips for Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv): Book early—it's a federal campground and fills up during peak season Bring a canoe or fishing gear; the lake offers rainbow and brook trout Smith Lake Trail trailhead is at the campground entrance for easy hiking access
Skip Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv) if: You need RV hookups—no hookups available; only suitable for self-contained RVs. You're visiting November-April—campground is closed seasonally.
Best time to visit Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv): May-October — Campground operates seasonally May through October only.
Nearby campgrounds: Angel Creek (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv) (WELLS, NV), Powerhouse Group Picnic Area (Wells, NV), Thomas Canyon (WELLS, NV), Terraces Campground - Picnic Area (Wells , NV).
Cell Phone Coverage at Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv)
Cell signal at Angel Lake (Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, Nv) (WELLS, NV): strong overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- Verizon 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage · AT&T 5G: 100%
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage · T-Mobile 5G: 100%
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
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.The campground offers single and double campsites, some of which have lake views.
Verified facts
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CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reportsKnown issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.
Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryBook early
it's a federal campground and fills up during peak season
Bring a canoe or fishing gear; the lake offers rainbow and brook trout
Smith Lake Trail trailhead is at the campground entrance for easy hiking access
Campground operates seasonally May through October only
Things to do nearby
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LiveCell signal
FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
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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.
Campground entrance
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#community · posts, photos & Q&A · AI-moderated (Claude Vision)Pro tips
- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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