Part of BLM Land managed by the Tucson Field Office, Miller Backcountry Camp requires hikers to walk in for access to this dispersed camping area near Hereford. The site sits in open terrain close to a river, providing basic amenities including toilets and trash service while allowing campfires and pets.
Campers can expect cell service coverage and freedom from light pollution in this remote setting. The Bureau of Land Management maintains this free camping option with minimal facilities, making it suitable for those comfortable with backcountry conditions. Visitors should pack all necessary supplies since the nearest services are in campgrounds near Hereford.
Description
The Hereford Trailhead provides access to the San Pedro Trail to the San Pedro House along Highway 90 to the north, approximately 9.5 miles away, and to Waters Road to the south, approximately 3.5 miles. The Hereford trailhead includes improved parking, a picnic shelter and tables, and a toilet. The trail is available for non-motorized travel, including hiking, bicycling and equestrian riding.
The trail to the north crosses under the Hereford Road Bridge, and follows a historic road along the scenic San Pedro River valley, and passes several historic farm fields that are now turning into sacaton grassland and mesquite bosque. The trail passes by the Miller Backcountry Camp approximately 6 miles north of Hereford. The camp has is primitive, with tent pads, fireplaces, and a toilet.
The trail south also follows the river valley, and crosses historic farm fields also revegetating to native plant communities. The trail passes by an artesian about a mile south of the trailhead, where an aquatic habitat refugia is maintained.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsMiller Backcountry Camp is located in Arizona near Hereford
Directions
From Sierra Vista, travel south on Highway 92 for 8 miles. Turn east onto East Hereford Road, and go approximately 8 miles to the trailhead road on the right; turn south to the parking area about 0.1 miles from the road.
Coordinates
31.43620321 N
110.10991155 W
Connectivity
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AT&TNo Coverage
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 6/18/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 20 usersLast on 6/18/26
- AT&TNo Coverage
Access
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Dispersed
Features
For Campers
- Trash
- Phone Service
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
PERMIT might be REQUIRED
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Drive Time
- 23 min from Sierra Vista, AZ
- 1 hr 19 min from Tucson, AZ
- 3 hrs 12 min from Phoenix, AZ
- 3 hrs 46 min from Las Cruces, NM
