The upper trailhead parking area provides access to Angora Lakes via a steep 1. 4-mile trail with 252 feet of elevation gain, requiring a $12 per vehicle day-use fee paid in exact cash.

The site offers non-motorized boating and paddleboarding on clear alpine waters, with kayak and paddleboard rentals available at the resort during summer months (mid-June to mid-September).

Strict fire restrictions prohibit campfires and solid-fuel devices, and pets must remain leashed; the narrow Forest Service Road 12N14 can be challenging during peak season with oncoming traffic.