Alaska - Palmer - Government Picnic Area / by Dave Hileman

On the road to Hatcher Pass about 19 miles from the Glen Highway north of Palmer. Very quiet, very dark. We were in spot four and it cost $15 for the night. There was a roaring glacial river right behind the campsites - only five sites there. Perfect for the morning going to see the mines at Independence. We were the only camper here on the night we stayed. In the morning there was very thick fog and the short drive up to see Independence Mine Historic Site took a long time. Fog lifted about the time we arrived at the park but then settled in again. Fairly clear when we started down the mountain.

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