Title: Independence Mine State Historical Park in Palmer | Expedia.co.uk [Independence Mine State Historical Park Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Independence-Mine-State-Historical-Park-Hotels.0-l6327035-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Palmer](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Palmer.d9356.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Palmer](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Palmer.d9356.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Independence Mine State Historical Park Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Independence-Mine-State-Historical-Park.d6327035.Car-Hire-Guide)[Palmer Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Palmer.d9356.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Independence Mine State Historical Park ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327035/e52638b5-8cca-41ad-8935-1734bc8770c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327035/e52638b5-8cca-41ad-8935-1734bc8770c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![About 1 mile up a trail from the Independence Mine parking lot, beautiful lake awaits you.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9356/41ff1167-8d88-4b32-9699-1f840934cc5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9356/236aa599-14e6-4a8f-9693-4fa64e0e4548.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9356/f9f864ad-e102-46a2-a722-f990e8104ede.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Independence Mine State Historical Park Activities [Palmer travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Palmer.dx9356) --- --- ### Popular places to visit ![Adventures are always more fun when you have a buddy with you! #Adventure ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10429/8b33bdb6-cd62-4fae-97f8-688be8c17751.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Summit Lake State Recreation Site You can take time to visit Summit Lake State Recreation Site during your travels to Willow. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Summit-Lake-State-Recreation-Site-Willow.d633393798033608704.Attraction) ![Close-up of a Musk Ox calf born in the spring on the Musk Ox farm, South-central Alaska; Palmer, Alaska, United States of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6323165/916d04f0-05e6-44b0-97b4-b0a738309b21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Musk Ox Farm Enjoy an outing to Musk Ox Farm during your stay in Farm Loop. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Musk-Ox-Farm-Palmer.d6323165.Attraction) ![The scenic beauty is a big draw in all Seasons.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10464/dfd6583c-24cd-4e12-9706-b0e08d57c30c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Newcomb Park Explore the great outdoors at Newcomb Park, a lovely green space in Wasilla. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area. 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