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This is a day-use snow shelter for winter recreation, not an overnight campground. The shelter is available for winter recreationists to warm up while using the groomed snowmobile and ski trails in the Hogback area. Access depends on snow conditions.

Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 11:44AM PDT until July 23 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

11:44 AM — July 22nd, 12:00 AM

* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the 90s Tuesday and mid 90s to near 100 Wednesday and Thursday. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wednesday will likely be the hottest day with widespread moderate and major HeatRisk. Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Wednesday and Thursday mornings with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s.

Umatilla National Forest

Alcohol Prohibitions

This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.

Umatilla National Forest

Aquatic Invasive Species

This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.

About

Misery Shelter is a day-use snow shelter located in the Umatilla National Forest's Hogback and Road 44 winter recreation area in southeastern Washington. The shelter provides a place for winter recreationists to warm up and rest while using the groomed snow trails in the area. This facility is designed for winter sports activities, not overnight camping. Snowmobilers, cross-country skiers, and snowshoers use the shelter as a waypoint along the trail system that extends through this section of the Blue Mountains. The trails are maintained when snow conditions allow. The shelter is situated in a remote mountain setting with access dependent on winter snow conditions. Visitors should be prepared for backcountry winter conditions and come equipped with appropriate gear and supplies.

Directions

From Pomeroy, WA, take 15th Street south from State Highway 12 for approximately 15 miles to the forest boundary. Continue south on Forest Road 40 to the Misery intersection. Winter access is via groomed snow trails from Cloverland Sno-Park.

Amenities

Water
Fires Allowed
Toilets
Dump Station No
Wifi No
Pets Allowed
Showers No
Electric Hookups
Water Hookups
Sewer Hookups
Camp Store No
Price $0

Vehicle

Max RV Length
Max Trailer Length
Big Rig Friendly No
Pull Through Sites No

Contact

Phone +1 (541) 278-3716

Cell Service

AT&T None
Verizon None
T-Mobile None

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