August 25, 2020 Daniel Gillaspia. All seemed happy to be out and enjoying the day. 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 From Miller Peak's summit, enjoy the view of Stuart and the Enchantments Peaks, as well as Navaho and Earl. Land Manager: USFS - Okanogan & Wenatchee National Forest Office. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers activity. It’s just slightly higher than Mount Wrightson with an elevation of 9,470 feet (Wrightson is … Reach the junction with the Miller Peak spur trail 3.8 total miles from the trailhead. on 1 Reviews of Navaho Peak "Good trail all the way. It may seem longer, but that’s because you’ve just climbed 2500 feet, and much of that was in the last 2.25 miles. They tend to be more symmetrical and grow much taller than Alpine Larches. Descending the peak we locked back into the scenic loop trail and continued clockwise towards Iron Bear. Bathtub Spring Loop via Carr Peak Trail #107. Make the 3,200-foot climb up to Miller Peak and take some time to enjoy the views of the Stuart Range and the Teanaway. Time needed: 5 hours. Arriving at the trailhead it was like a truck and RV show. Once at Iron Bear we ran into just a handful of other hikers and a few mountain bikers. There were a few people on dirt bikes which are allowed on this trail. Hit Miller, San Jacinto and Jean. Miller Peak loop, Teanaway Miller Peak (6402') sits on the eastern end of the Teanaway, opposite last weekend's trip. Arriving at the trailhead it was like a truck and RV show. Love that first photo. Back Ground: Miller Peak: Elevation 9,466 feet high (Chiricahua Peak 9,759 feet highest in Cochise Countyty) Montezuma Pass: Elevation 6,575. star star star star_border star_border. 1.6 mi from Clark Spring Trailhead to Miller Canyon . It seems that the Iron Bear trailhead is the more popular way to get to Iron Bear peak. Several stream crossings that wouldn't be a problem if you have high cut waterproof boots but are a little tricky if you're trying to avoid wet feet. The larches must be a different variety out here, or they simply turn much later than most others in the Teanaway. Popular with mountain bikers, who use the alternate John Cooper Trail to avoid a section of Miller Peak Wilderness. April and October are the bes Trail Name. Washington Trails Association is 501(c)(3) nonprofit. After coming out of the trees, we took the spur trail to Miller Peak and had lunch on a small outcropping of rocks just NE of the peak. Land Manager: USFS - Okanogan & Wenatchee National Forest Office. Some ice and packed snow on the road but nothing problematic. TH is south of I-90. April and October are the bes He has been hiking last 2 weeks, and hopefully he would enjoy the hike. Views here were great in the late afternoon light. Blue at the Miller Peak: Champ and Blue at the Miller Peak: Champ an Sly at the Miller Peak: Champ and Sly want me to throw a stick. Located 26 miles south-southwest of Tombstone Arizona. Snow: there was some packed snow and ice on the trail. They are beautiful. I did pick up a tin of chewing tobacco. NOTICEBOARD. jrod create. Hike up to Miller Peak via Teanaway Ridge/Iron Bear, and back. The trail starts in the high desert grasslands near the Arizona/Mexico border, and ascends north into a rocky ponderosa pine forest before reaching the summit. The Miller Peak/Iron Bear Peak loop is a long day hike, but the trail is well graded and in reasonable good condition. It was here we came across a hunter with a fresh deer head on the front rack of his dirt bike. Clark Spring Trail #124. Maddy DIFFICULT 10.7 mi. Miller Peak Loop, Iron Bear - Teanaway Ridge, Trail snow-covered at times - gear and expertise recommended. United States › Arizona › Miller Peak Wilderness Area › Miller Peak via Lutz Canyon Trail #104. From the tram and back 6 hours. Glad you mentioned the empty canister! DIFFICULT 8.4 mi. Oct 19, 2020 01:02 PM. Hiked part of the Miller Peak Loop starting at the Miller-Bear trailhead and heading counter-clockwise, stopping at Iron Bear Peak and then wandering about a mile past before turning around. Make it a loop or hike back down to the trailhead. By: Robert Bennett. Miller Peak loop, Teanaway Miller Peak (6402') sits on the eastern end of the Teanaway, opposite last weekend's trip. Hunters were swapping stories, and the stoke was high. About a half mile before IB peak, the trail tucks into a nice grove of large larch trees mixed with evergreens. The County Line Trail is a scenic, undulating trail for normal hikers and burly mountain bikers that provides ever-changing views as you move from knoll to knoll along a long ridge leading to toward Miller Peak. Miller Peak west of Old Blewett Pass offers hikers, mountain bikers, snowshoers, and skiers outdoor opportunities all year long. Ha!… it all made sense. Drop back down from Miller Peak and continue right along Miller Peak Trail. We arrived at the TH about 8:30am and we were the first ones there. Hike the loop counterclockwise through alpine terrain up to the Teanaway Ridge, skirting the top of Miller Peak. They also turn yellow later. Contacts. The trail is primarily used for ohv/off road driving. Once you get lower into the valley, depending on the time of year, get ready for some creek crossings and wet feet. I was thankful for pants the rest of the way to the top. on The trail is primarily used for hiking and mountain biking and is best used from May until October. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until November. Zero trees down. DIRECTIONS: I-90 exit 63. Miller Peak, at 9466 feet, is the highest point in the Huachuca mountains - just a few miles from the Mexican border. Miller Peak via Lutz Canyon Trail #104 . Info COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. Miller Peak is one of the tallest peaks in southern Arizona, and it’s only about 1.5 hours southeast of Tucson, so I have been eyeing […] Read more. Especially right now - it is getting very cold in the mountains and it is even more unsafe to get lost right now. The trail begins to climb much more steeply out of the canyon, and the view started to open up to the summit and the canyon below. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a hard overall physical rating with a 138 ft black diamond climb. Washington Trails Association is 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Miller Peak is a spectacular landmark mountain located in far-south Arizona near the town of Sierra Vista and the Fort Huachuca Military Base. Within the last couple miles the trail crosses Bear Creek a few times involving some fairly wet rock hopping, but nothing too difficult. Many are lime green and probably a week or more away from peak color. Difficulty: Easy. Please bring a map or GPS when you go hiking! Good to see people enjoying the day in a variety of ways. Don't need any spikes or… High point: 1393m. My Fun Meter is Pegged at Zero. A little rutted up from the bikes in spots, but not too bad. Gavin and I headed up the Miller Peak trail a few hundred yards and then cut straight up to the ridge west of Miller Creek. This is a moderate out and back trail to Miller Peak in Miller Peak Wilderness Area. Between these two peaks is a long ridgeline that is easy to navigate with mostly open forests and slopes. Or hike out-and-back on either the Iron Bear or Miller Peak trails. We arrived at the … The trail from Miller-Bear was nearly empty up to the junction but was pretty busy after the junction, especially when I was heading back. elinaber19 Dogs greeted us. Even lime green, they are striking right now and will only get better. Located 15.2 miles from Leavenworth, Washington (WA) Trails › National Forests › Okanogan-Wenatchee › Miller Peak Trail. link Copy Link. Miller Peak is a 3 mile moderately popular blue singletrack trail located near Teanaway Washington. Reach the junction with the Miller Peak spur trail 3.8 total miles from the trailhead. Plan to bring your own just in case. Someone was using a drone at Iron Bear - technically allowed in this area but still annoying. I'm guessing these folks went to Miller Peak because I didn't see anyone until almost to the junction with the Teanaway Ridge trail when I passed a group heading downhill. Contacts. Trailhead: icy parking area. Miller Peak via Miller Canyon Trail #106 and Crest Trail #103. As you come to the end of the trail you can continue to Miller Peak Canyon or turn around and go 1 of 2 ways. An old trail called the County Line Trail stretches the ridge but is becoming so faded it is only apparent in some spots. Trip Day Hike - Miller Peak/Iron Bear Loop. There were only 3 other cars there when we got back about 2:45pm. Passed several groups heading up, several with dogs. We went clockwise up the Miller Creek trail which gets the lions share of elevation gain out of the way first thing. Or. It was a little better after the turn off to go the Ingalls Lake but still rough. On average it takes 26 minutes to complete this trail. The path to the right takes up and and down a path that weaves the backside of the mountain leading to … County Line, Miller Peak Summit Route Hill climbers seeking extreme terrain will also enjoy the challenge of the Teanaway Ridge Tr1364 ascent. Topo Maps. 7. MAP & DIRECTIONS. The trail is primarily used for ohv/off road driving. Start at the Iron Creek Trail on FR9714 from Highway 97 and head up the switchbacks a little over 1.5 miles to the junction with Iron Bear Trail #1351 and Teanaway Ridge Trail #1364.Hang a right and head north on Teanaway Ridge Trail #1364 to the summit of Iron Bear Peak. Miller Peak 9,466’ Arizona Alpine ... After about 2 miles, I hit a junction that seems to form a short loop hike in the canyon, and the remaining trail becoming significantly more overgrown. on Gavin and I headed up the Miller Peak trail a few hundred yards and then cut straight up to the ridge west of Miller Creek. 3 with 1 rating . There is a bathroom at the Miller-Bear trailhead and has TP but getting low. I think they were trying to get to Iron Bear but missed the turnoff. We decided to venture out to the Tortolita Mountains which are located in the Northwest Tucson area near Oro Valley and Marana. Views here were great overlooking valleys and hilltops chock full of yellow-green, ‘pre-prime’ larches. The summit reaches to … 30ish vehicles or so with people tailgating, gathered around campfires, tending to horses, etc… Welp, I guess the secret’s out on Miller (? Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. Beautiful day in the mountains. Linked [ ] 7 linked trail guides: Old Sawmill Spring Trail #126 . In 1992, Cindy hiked from Ramsey Canyon to Miller Peak, an easy 17-mile loop on excellent trails. Tags: 2WD. Road: road was rough after the pavement ends - lots of washboard and potholes. Miller Peak Trail #105. 1st trip. This ended up being a common issue today because I ran into two other groups that did the same thing. 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 We went clockwise up the Miller Creek trail which gets the lions share of elevation gain out of the way first thing. 6. 99% snow free. If you look north, you'll see Miller Peak, a later destination. Going up to the peak, a little bit more snow, but not bad. ). We have a new foster, Champ. bscott - Jun 15, 2014 1:37 pm Date Climbed: Jun 14, 2014 six peak loop . Miller Peak, at 9466 feet, is the highest point in the Huachuca mountains - just a few miles from the Mexican border. They are definitely beautiful like you say. Make the 3,200-foot climb up to Miller Peak and take some time to enjoy the views of the Stuart Range and the Teanaway. fullscreen . MILLER PEAK Coronado National Forest, Sierra Vista Located just a few miles from the Mexican border, Miller Peak is the southern most mountain summit in the United States. During the ridge traverse, a crossover of Freedom Peak is necessary, the unofficial name to point 6442. Trail: there was one big tree across the trail that was just low enough to climb over. The elevation gain is moderate. Miller Peak Loop; Of course, the loop trip I anticipated being the least problematic wound up taking me the longest, mile to hour (as my dad says). Distance. Iron Bear & Miller Peak Iron Bear and Miller Peak done together is a 13-mile strenuous loop dayy hike. Flora and fauna: Larches! TRAIL:For the first few miles the trail gently follows Miller Creek, crossing it several times, until the end of the valley where it starts a steep haul up to the ridge top. Can be hiked as part of a 9-mile loop to Miller Canyon and back via Perimeter Trail. The rest of the day we’d see lots of hunters on trail. Carr - Miller Peak - Hamburg Loop, AZ : Carr - Miller Peak - Hamburg Loop, AZ : Hiking: Sep 02 2015: joebartels: Hiking: 15.25 Miles: 4,200 AEG: Hiking: 15.25 Miles: 5 Hrs 21 Mns : 2.94 mph: 4,200 ft AEG: 10 Mns Break . Good to know. Miller Peak and Navaho Peak are well marked on maps. The elevation gain is moderate. Access. The left is Brown Canyon which is way prettier to go back through. We took the left trail at the fork and followed it until we came to the Miller Peak sign, somewhere about halfway-ish through the loop. I started at 9:30, fully anticipating being done around 3 or so. The Miller Peak/Iron Bear Peak loop is a long day hike, but the trail is well graded and in reasonable good condition. Miller Peak Trail. After the first couple miles in trees, it breaks out onto ridge tops, and wide open scenic traverses. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, bird watching, and backpacking and is best used from March until October. Located 26 miles south-southwest of Tombstone Arizona. Miller Peak #1. It wasn’t until a mile or so in that we came across a hunter who kindly informed us it was opening day. Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Oct 21, 2020 09:02 PM, Washington Trails Association Subscribe to our free email newsletter for hiking events, news, gear reviews and more. I was fine without anything for most of it, but there were a couple sections that I was really glad I had my microspikes. Seattle, WA 98104. Arrived back at the trailhead at 5:30pm, and the RV party was still going strong. Day Hike - Miller Peak/Iron Bear Loop A long, beautiful loop in the golden Teanaway. The 9,466-foot high point of the Huachuca range is the product of a “super volcano” created by the Pacific continental plate sliding under the North American plate. But the climbing's not over yet. Miller Peak Trail is a 19.9 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Peshastin, Washington that features a river and is rated as moderate. Miller Peak is a spectacular landmark mountain located in far-south Arizona near the town of Sierra Vista and the Fort Huachuca Military Base. I'm thinking of doing this loop this week, and totally have a blank waterproof mini notebook I've been wanting to donate to a summit register. Oct 21, 2020 12:07 PM, jrod And, if you’re heading for Miller, it’s not over yet. Although the scenery along the way is not as spectacular as some other hikes in southern Arizona, the view from the summit is as far as the eye can see in all directions. Easy to follow loop. Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. There was someone in a BMW sedan that was trying it out but I was happy to have a little extra clearance. Miller Peak Trail #105 is a 0.36 mile one way hike with 361 feet elevation gain. We Walked In the Clouds. feedback@pickatrail.com. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. The loop . Or bring a Kula Cloth if you wipe when you pee! Curious if there’s a difference. Snow starts around the meadow. Seeking out a ‘less-crowded’ weekend hike, we chose Miller Peak Loop. Amabilis Mountain loop. Lots of them, and I think they are at peak. From reading kuresman.com, Miller Peak loop is one of his favorite hike. Roundtrip: 16.1km. The Miller Peak Trail in the Huachuca Mountains climbs 3,000 feet over 5.5 miles to reach the highest peak in the range, giving hikers an unparalleled view of the surrounding deserts. From ridge the trail traverses the west side of the ridge to meet (.5 mile bellow the summit) the County Line Trail (#1226). Make it a loop or hike back down to the trailhead. I clocked in about 3200 feet for the day. The 15% technical, switchbacking descent to Miller Creek demands attention and is the featured attraction of the Miller Peak Tr1379 loop. You'll start dropping in elevation on a series of runnable switchbacks. Flora & Fauna Balsam root and wildflowers. It may seem longer, but that’s because you’ve just climbed 2500 feet, and much of that was in the last 2.25 miles. In the 0.6 mile spur trail, you’ll gain yet another 600 feet to the summit of Miller. Those are Western Larches. Oct 18, 2020 02:41 PM. They grow at lower elevation than Alpine Larches. The Miller Peak Trail in the Huachuca Mountains climbs 3,000 feet over 5.5 miles to reach the highest peak in the range, giving hikers an unparalleled view of the surrounding deserts. The summit reaches to 9,466 feet and has three very good trail options. I ended up deciding not to do the whole loop due to the amount of ice and I was concerned about it causing issues for my dog's feet. But the Miller Peak trail is pretty dang brushy, and after it’s brushy, it’s steep, which I’m always slow on. Or. We found a PVC summit register ‘canister’ at the top, but nothing inside other than a pencil. Miller Peak Trail is a 8.7 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Cle Elum, Washington that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. Seattle, WA 98104. WA, United States. Download the free Miller Peak Trail topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. We did, amid a mix of rifles, brraaap-brraaap, and bright orange beanies. Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. Leave no trace: very little trash. create. So I decided to do the loop. Didn’t linger long before descending. Elevation gain: 640m. More Miller Canyon Trail to Miller Peak is a 10.1 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Sierra Vista, Arizona that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as difficult. Flora & Fauna Balsam root and wildflowers. Carr Peak - Comfort Springs Loop. This trail goes by Bond Spring. 30ish vehicles or so with people tailgating, gathered around campfires, tending to horses, etc… Welp, I guess the secret’s out on Miller (?). Dogs are also able to use this trail. I clocked in about 3200 feet for the day. Carr Peak Trail #107. NEARBY TRAILS. Carr Peak. Miller Peak Loop, Miller Peak, Iron Bear - Teanaway Ridge, Maddy on Miller Peak Loop, Miller Peak, Iron Bear - Teanaway Ridge, jrod on Miller Peak Loop, Miller Peak, Iron Bear - Teanaway Ridge, elinaber19 on Miller Peak Loop, Miller Peak, Iron Bear - Teanaway Ridge. There is a camp at this point but no water after the snows melt. Questions or comments? It was only a couple of inches. The trail starts in the high desert grasslands near the Arizona/Mexico border, and ascends north into a rocky ponderosa pine forest before reaching the summit. Distance from Montezuma Pass to Millers Peak 5.3 miles (10.6 miles round trip) Elevation change 2,891 Feet (over a 5.3 miles! As for the trail, it’s in really good shape. Not the typical wildlife sighting. Miller Peak Trail is a 19.9 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Peshastin, Washington that features a river and is rated as moderate. Specs from Gaia GPS: 12.4mi, 5hr 45min, 2775ft, Washington Trails Association Seeking out a ‘less-crowded’ weekend hike, we chose Miller Peak Loop. Many on dirt bikes. The great thing about this hike is that it’s so out in the open. Miller Peak Trail #105 is a 0.36 mile one way hike with 361 feet elevation gain. Miller Peak Loop Iron Bear - Teanaway Ridge Hiked part of the Miller Peak Loop starting at the Miller-Bear trailhead and heading counter-clockwise, stopping at Iron Bear Peak and then wandering about a mile past before turning around. Ted Bauer - Jul 28, 2014 11:58 am Date Climbed: Jul 26, 2014 Easy diversion . Thanks! Clark Spring Trailhead. Saw a woodpecker and some ravens. Located just a couple of miles north of the US Mexico border by Sierra Vista, AZ, Miller Peak is the most southern peak rising above 9,000 feet and one of only five Arizona peaks with a prominence over 5,000 feet. Miller Peak from Ramsey Vista Campground is a 11.6 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Hereford, Arizona that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as difficult. on based on 4 tracks & routes | | DIFFICULT #9 hike out of 16 in Miller Peak Wilderness Area | DIFFICULT. It was part of the trio Miller Peak, San Jacinto Peak and Folly Peak that I hiked sometime in the summer of 2009. Although the scenery along the way is not as spectacular as some other hikes in southern Arizona, the view from the summit is as far as the eye can see in all directions. COVID: the vast majority of people masked up when passing which was awesome to see! Upper Javelina Trail Loop Review | Dove Mountain. The snow-park (permit required) is north of I-90. Shared By: … Subscribe to our free email newsletter for hiking events, news, gear reviews and more. Ok, no matter.. We hit the trail at 9am happy to be under clear blue skies and mild temps. 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