Upper Juan Miller Campground campground
Upper Juan Miller Campground
There are several nearby points of interest, including the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park and the Mogollon Rim, which offers hiking and mountain biking trails. The campground itself offers amenities such as fire pits, picnic tables, and vault toilets. There are 26 campsites available, all of which are first-come, first-served.
An interesting fact about the area is that it was once home to the Apache tribe, who used the land for hunting and gathering. Visitors can still see evidence of their presence in the area, including rock art and ruins.
The best time of year to visit Upper Juan Miller Campground is during the summer and fall months when the weather is pleasant, and temperatures range from the mid-60s to the mid-70s. It is important to note that the campground is at an elevation of 7,000 feet, so visitors should be prepared for cooler temperatures in the evenings. Overall, Upper Juan Miller Campground is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the natural beauty of Arizona.
What's on-site at Upper Juan Miller Campground
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Upper Juan Miller Campground, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Juan Miller | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Lower Juan Miller | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Lower Juan Miller Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Granville | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Granville Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Upper Juan Miller Campground -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Blue River Near Clifton | 0 cfs | → |
| Eagle Creek Above Pumping Plant | 30 cfs | → |
| San Francisco River At Clifton | 16 cfs | → |
| Gila River Near Clifton | 14 cfs | → |
| Bonita Creek Near Morenci | 2 cfs | → |
| San Francisco River Near Glenwood | 17 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Upper Juan Miller Campground -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Hannagan Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hannagan Meadows | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Beaver Head | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Wildcat | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Wildcat | 1.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Silver Creek Divide | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Wild Kitten Field
- Wilderness Bear Wallow
- Apache National Forest
- Wilderness Blue Range
- Gila Box Riparian National Conservation Area
- Fishhooks Wilderness
Fishing spots
- Aker Lake Fishing Site
- Luna Lake
- San Francisco River
- Big Lake Dam Parking Fishing Site
- Crescent Lake Point Area Fishing Site
- Frye Mesa Reservoir Lakes
Points of interest
- Chase Creek Overlook Observation Site
- Red Mountain Overlook Observation Site
- Blue Vista Overlook
- West Entrance Interpretive Sign
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Confluence With Turkey Creek
- Eastern Private Land Boundary In Section 4, T02s, R30e, Gila And Salt Meridian To Confluence With Pigeon Creek
- Confluence With Turkey Creek To Confluence With Blue River
- Headwaters To Western Private Land Boundary In Section 4, T02s, R30e, Gila And Salt Meridian
- 1/2 Mile Below Forest Road 475 To 0.76 Miles Above Confluence With San Francisco River
- 1/4 Mile Above Blue Creek Trailhead To 1/2 Mile Below Forest Road 475
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Upper Juan Miller Campground as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upper Juan Miller Campground
Can I make reservations at Upper Juan Miller Campground?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Upper Juan Miller Campground?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Upper Juan Miller Campground.