Miller Peak

Arizona Class 2 Huachuca Mountains
Miller Peak summit landscape
Rank 57

Elevation landscape

9,466 ft

Prominence height

5,006 ft

Difficulty signal_cellular_alt

Class 2

Est. Time schedule

1 day

Distance route

9 miles round-trip

Vert Gain trending_up

3,200 ft

Miller Peak (Huachuca Mountains) is most commonly climbed via the Crest Trail from Montezuma Pass. Rated 5/10 difficulty, the standard ascent typically takes 1 day, covering roughly 9 miles with 3,200 feet of vertical gain. The summit stands at 9,466 ft with 5,006 ft of clean prominence — among the most topographically significant peaks in the lower 48.

Recommended Route

Crest Trail from Montezuma Pass

Permits & Camping

Climbing Permits

No special climbing permit is required for Miller Peak, though wilderness or park entry fees may apply. Peak season runs March-May, October-November.

Season & Access

Permit details pending editorial review

Safety Information

Technical Requirements

  • Loose Rock Scrambling
  • Exposed Scrambling
  • Alpine Start
  • Off-Trail Navigation

Known Hazards

  • Dehydration
  • Heat Exhaustion
  • Loose Rock & Scree
  • Exposed Scrambling
  • Exposure
  • Bears & Wildlife

Data source: PeakList.org (elevation, prominence); PeakBagger/SummitPost (route, class, hazards, permits)

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