Upper & Lower Juan Miller
This campground in a rarely visited part of the state is surrounded by lush pine-oak habitats that characterize this part of the Apache-Sitegreaves National Forest. At 5,780 feet above sea level a visit here offers a nice respite from the desert during the summer months. The site consists of a picnic area (Upper) and a campground (Lower). Pine siskin, bridled titmouse, Grace’s warbler, and painted redstart are found here during the summer months.
Site Information
Region: Tucson and Southern
County: Greenlee
Directions: From Clifton, AZ, head north on US Hwy 191 about 27 until you reach Juan Miller Road (Forest Road 475). Go east a couple miles and you'll find Upper Juan Miller Picnic Area. A couple miles beyond this is the Lower Juan Miller Campground.
Latitude: 33.269173
Longitude: -109.347856
Operational Hours: Open all year, 24 hours a day
Admission or Fees: None, but campsites are first come, first served.
Best time to visit: Late spring through early fall
Habitats: Mixed Conifer-Aspen Forest, Pine-oak Forest
Know Before You Go
Access is year-round but occasional road closures during winter months following snow events. No drinking water is available at these sites.
Safety First! Arizona has many beautiful places to explore and we’d like to help you make it a safe and enjoyable experience. Check out our recommendations for hiking precautions.
Species Highlights
Speciality: Acorn Woodpecker, Black-throated Gray Warbler, Elf Owl, Grace’s Warbler, Juniper TItmouse, Painted Redstart
Contact Information
US Forest Service
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest
397240 AZ 75
Duncan, AZ 85534
Phone: 928-687-8600
Website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/asnf/recarea/?recid=44673
Additional Resources
Learn more about birds reported at this location at eBird:
https://ebird.org/hotspot/L765367
