Angel Lake Campground

As, just thinking of it brings a smile to my face. Long, winding, steep 1st gear hill up to campground, but well worth it. The host was not kept well informed on reservations, but was very accommodating. We found a spot that was very narrow but made it work. Private with short aspen tree thickets around the sites. First night was very quiet. Second night other campers moved in and it was noisy until 10 then quieted down. It was obvious that alcohol was being consumed by conversations and slurring overheard in our campground. Delightful lake with some really excellent birds, flora and fauna.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.