Cave Lake State Park
Park Mountainous state park surrounding a high-altitude lake
Cave Lake State Park east of Ely centers on a stocked alpine reservoir ringed by pinyon-juniper slopes; anglers, boaters and campers use established campsites and trails.
How to Get to Cave Lake State Park #
Cave Lake State Park is accessed via secondary roads off US-6/US-50 from Ely and surrounding towns. Follow state park signage; a high-clearance vehicle is not usually required but roads can be narrow and subject to seasonal conditions.
Tips for Visiting Cave Lake State Park #
- The lake is popular for trout fishing-bring a license and local bait sellers can advise on best lures.
- Boat ramps and day-use areas can freeze in winter-check conditions if visiting in colder months.
- Cell service is spotty; download maps and emergency contacts before heading in.
Best Time to Visit Cave Lake State Park #
Summer is prime for recreational activities; shoulder seasons offer quieter visits but watch for late snow or ice.
Weather & Climate near Cave Lake State Park #
Cave Lake State Park's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -11°C to 28°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -11°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -9°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cold with highs of 17°C and lows of 1°C. The wettest month with 33 mm of rain.
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June
June is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 5°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is cool with highs of 27°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 4°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of -1°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -11°C. The driest month with just 19 mm.
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