Birch Lake in the Jewel Basin

Explore the Jewel Basin Hiking Area east of Kalispell. Begin at the Echo Broken Leg Trailhead and climb steadily through alpine forests and wildflower meadows until you reach the boundary of the hiking area. Turn around here for an 8-mile round-trip hike. For a multi-day backpacking trip to crystal-clear alpine lakes with exceptional fishing opportunities, continue on to explore more of the trail system in Jewel Basin.  To learn more about Birch Lake in the Jewel Basin Hiking Area, hikes across the state, and Wild Montana’s work protecting wild places, visit hikewildmontana.org.