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Camp Misery Trailhead

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Camp Misery Trailhead is located in Flathead National Forest, Montana, featuring forested terrain with trails for hiking. The area experiences temperature highs around 80°F in summer and lows near 15°F in winter. Nearby attractions include Glacier National Park and Hungry Horse Reservoir, offering additional outdoor activities for visitors.

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Flathead National Forest

Main trailhead for the Jewel Basin Hiking Area, including the Mt. Aeneas #717 trail.

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Camp Misery Trailhead is located in Montana

Directions

<p>From Bigfork, take Hwy 35 north to Hwy 83. Head east on Hwy 83 to the junction of the Echo Lake Road. Head north on Echo Lake Road about 3 miles to junction with the Jewel Basin Road (No. 5392). Follow this road approximalty 7 miles to the trailhead. CAUTION: The last 5 miles are steep. Use headlights for safety. Caution advised for low clearance vehicles. Trailers not recommended. </p>

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48.16088017 N
113.94704728 W

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2 hrs 19 min from Missoula
3 hrs 19 min from Helena
3 hrs 51 min from Great Falls
3 hrs 51 min from Coeur d'Alene

Meghan B.

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Reviewed Aug. 17, 2025

Camp Misery Trailhead

The forest road up to the trailhead has very limited opportunities for dispersed camping--maybe 2 spots where you can actually get your vehicle off the road, but some people didn't mind using some of the pull offs meant for two-way jams. It seems overnight parking is allowed at the trailhead since camping at the lakes is quite popular. I meant to take a picture of the actual trailhead, but totally forgot. The parking area was mostly full this Sunday morning when we started our dayhike and when we returned in the early afternoon, there was a line of cars down the road. Busy area and very limited spots, so I only recommend dispersed camping here if you're needing a quick and easy spot for hiking early or if you return late from your hike.

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