Independence Mine
State Historic Park

(Hatcher Pass/Mat-Su Region)

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Park:

Gold Mint Trailhead is located in the Hatcher Pass Independence Mine State Historical Park, learn what is was like to live and work in one of Alaska's largest gold mining camps. Pan for gold. It is allowed in the park with a pan and shovel only. Visit the assay office to view displays explaining assaying, retorting and other mining techniques.

Park Hours: Hours are 11am to 6pm, 7 days a week.  There is a day use parking fee. The visitor center is closed during the winter begining Labor Day.

Facilities:
  •  ADA Faciliy - Yes
  •  761 Acres
  •  Daily Parking Fee($5)
  •  Toilets - Handicap symbol
  •  Water
  •  Picnic Sites
  •  Trails - Handicap symbol
  •  Historical Sites - Handicap symbol


Activities:
  •  Day Use
  •  Trails
  •  Historical Features


Independence Mine SHP Location Map

Address:

Mile 17.3 Hatchers Pass Road

Driving Directions:

Take the Glenn Highway, turn left onto Hatcher Pass Road, turn right on North Gold Cord Road.