Independence Mine State Historical Park
Palmer, AK
The buildings of a 1930s hard-rock gold mine high in the Talkeetna Mountains below Hatcher Pass. The road from Palmer is paved to the mine; beyond it, the pass road is gravel and open only in summer.
- Nearest town
- Palmer, AK
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 61.7898, -149.2809
- Editor's pick
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
Cold, short days in October–April. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Independence Mine State Historical Park?
Independence Mine State Historical Park is in Palmer, AK, at GPS 61.7898, -149.2809. It is about 44 mi from Anchorage.
Which road trips pass Independence Mine State Historical Park?
Independence Mine State Historical Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Glenn Highway and Hatcher Pass.
What is there to see near Independence Mine State Historical Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Thunderbird Falls (24 mi), Eklutna Lake (27 mi), Alaska Native Heritage Center (41 mi) and Anchorage Museum (44 mi).
When is the best time to visit Independence Mine State Historical Park?
Cold, short days in October–April. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)