Papoose Lake
Lake High-elevation lake in Nevada
A remote Nevada lake, Papoose Lake sits in high desert terrain and appeals to hikers, backcountry vehicle users and anglers prepared for sparse facilities and rugged access.
How to Get to Papoose Lake #
Papoose Lake is in Nevada’s remote desert basin country. Access requires driving on regional and unimproved roads; verify maps and land-status (public vs. restricted) before approaching. Use a high-clearance vehicle and carry extra supplies.
Tips for Visiting Papoose Lake #
- Check land access rules-many Nevada basins lie on public land but have seasonal closures and border restricted areas like the Nellis Test Range.
- Carry reliable navigation-roads here are often unmarked desert tracks with poor cellphone coverage.
- Use a high-clearance vehicle and carry extra water-this is remote desert country.
Best Time to Visit Papoose Lake #
Spring and autumn are the best times to visit the Nevada desert for manageable temperatures and clearer travel conditions.
Weather & Climate near Papoose Lake #
Papoose Lake's climate is classified as Cold Desert - Cold Desert climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -7°C to 35°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of -4°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of -2°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 1°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is cool with highs of 26°C and lows of 6°C. Almost no rain.
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June
June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 10°C. The driest month with just 6 mm.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 35°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is mild with highs of 34°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 8°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 2°C. Light rainfall.
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November
November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of -3°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -7°C. Light rainfall.
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