The name Nuangola probably derives from an Algonquian language, which was spoken by the indigenous Native Americans of the area (most likely the Delaware (Lenape), the region's largest tribe.

According to legend, a Native American maiden named Nuangola is believed to have drowned in the lake.

The county became a center of mining and attracted many European immigrants.

But in the 20th century, this area was developed as a summer resort around the lake.

Kirk Douglas, Joseph Cotten, Jean Kerr, and many other notable actors had early roles there.

Since then, the theatre has produced the following: Godspell, On Golden Pond, Plaza Suite, Prisoner of Second Avenue, Ring of Fire, A Christmas Carol, and many others.

It links Nuangola to the county seat of Wilkes-Barre (in the north) and the city of Hazleton (in the south).

As of the census[8] of 2000, there were 671 people, 259 households, and 193 families residing in the borough.

20.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.