Independence Mine State Historical Park

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Independence Mine State Historical Park Visitor Center surrounded by the Talkeetna Mountains across Hatcher Pass under a sunny, blue sky; Palmer, Alaska, United States of America
Independence Mine State Historical Park Visitor Center surrounded by the Talkeetna Mountains across Hatcher Pass under a sunny, blue sky; Palmer, Alaska, United States of America
About 1 mile up a trail from the Independence Mine parking lot, beautiful lake awaits you.
Sparks the imagination. Museum part closed on Mon & Tues, but free to wander and imagine what life was like here at this working gold mine.
Independence Mine in Hatcher Pass, Alaska in May is a beautiful and quiet place with plenty of snow left on the ground due to its place in the mountains. Be prepared to park a bit away and hike up to the mine since the gate is closed. The road after the gate is not plowed so winter boots are a must. Independence Mine was a gold mine up until the 1950s at which point it closed up. The buildings, in varying states of integrity, still stand and is open for self guided tours year-round.

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Hatcher Pass Cabins

Hatcher Pass Cabins

2.5 out of 5
9000 N. Palmer Fishook Rd. Palmer AK
Located in Palmer, Hatcher Pass Cabins is in the mountains, a 2-minute drive from Hatcher Pass Management Area and 9 minutes from Finger Lake State Recreation ...
They left us alone the whole time, which was great.

Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025

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Escape to a cozy Alaskan retreat near Hatcher Pass

Escape to a cozy Alaskan retreat near Hatcher Pass

Palmer AK
The price is AU$862 per night from 31 Jan to 1 Feb
AU$862
per night
31 Jan - 1 Feb
Located in Wasilla, this vacation home is a 3-minute drive from Hatcher Pass Management Area and 7 minutes from Finger Lake State Recreation Area.
Jeremy was a very communitive host. The house was clean and well stocked. The house was very private and secluded but close to town. Loved the hot tub and game room.

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

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Grand View Inn & Suites

Grand View Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
2900 E Parks Hwy Wasilla AK
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Located in Wasilla, Grand View Inn & Suites is in the suburbs, within a 5-minute drive of Wayland University and Newcomb Park.
Very clean and staff was wonderful

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

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