State park

Independence Mine State Historical Park

The park entrance is 4.5 miles from Fishhook. Campsites cost $20–$35 per night (ASP fee schedule). Day use costs $5 day-use parking / annual pass (ASP FAQ; site fees vary). Hours: Seasonal; most campgrounds mid-May to mid-September (ASP FAQ). Independence Mine State Historical Park is a state park in Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska.

Independence Mine State Historical Park
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Independence Mine State Historical Park map

Independence Mine State Historical Park boundary from USGS PAD-US or the managing agency, simplified for display. Not for navigation or legal boundaries.

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Fire restrictions

Agency fire restriction orders for this unit are not tracked here yet. Restrictions change with the season, so check the current orders before any campfire, stove or target shooting.

County and local burn bans may also apply on private, state, or county land nearby. On federal land, follow the land manager's order; off it, follow the strictest county or local rule that applies. When both touch your trip, obey both.

Common questions

Camping costs $20–$35 per night (ASP fee schedule). Sites are first come, first served.
Entry to Independence Mine State Historical Park costs $5 day-use parking / annual pass (ASP FAQ; site fees vary). Hours: Seasonal; most campgrounds mid-May to mid-September (ASP FAQ).
Independence Mine State Historical Park is 4.5 miles from Fishhook.

Before you go

Independence Mine State Historical Park is 4.5 miles from Fishhook.

Camping at Independence Mine State Historical Park

Camping costs $20–$35 per night (ASP fee schedule). Sites are first come, first served.

What to see

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