The Miller Peak Wilderness is located in the Huachuca Mountains near the U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona. It consists of 20,251 acres and is managed by the Forest Service.
The area is characterized by sheer cliffs, deep canyons, high mountains, and a wide variety of plants and animals.
VEGETATION
The Huachuca Mountains contain scrublands, grasslands, oak woodlands, and pine forests in the higher elevations. The area's namesake and highest peak, Miller Peak, rises to 9,466' in elevation.
WILDLIFE
The area is home to approximately 78 species of mammals including over 170 species of birds and 60 species of reptiles.
RECREATION
You can explore the Miller Peak Wilderness by following one of the many trails that run through the area, which makes it a popular destination for hiking, trail running, nature viewing, bird watching, and backpacking.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Coronado National Forest
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