Hatcher Pass & Independence Mine 2026: Anchorage’s Alpine Escape

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Jun 18
Hatcher Pass & Independence Mine 2026: Anchorage’s Alpine Escape

Hatcher Pass, about 90 minutes north of Anchorage, delivers open alpine tundra, wildflower fields, preserved 1940s gold mine buildings, and some of the best hiking in Southcentral Alaska. Here's how to plan your visit.