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.
Papoose Lake at a Glance#
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.