Wordless Wednesday: Independence Mine State Historical Park, Alaska

Beautiful Fall Colors at Independence Mine State Historic Park, Near Palmer, Alaska
Dazzling Colors in Independence Mine State Historical Park, Near Palmer, Alaska

There’s gold in them thar hills! I write this post as the end of my second day in Alaska draws to end. It’s been an amazing journey so far, a feast for the eyes as foliage is turning from green to hues of gold, orange and red. More images are to come but enjoy these snapshots from Independence Mine State Historical Park located north of Palmer and about 2 hours northeast of Anchorage. It’s the site of gold mining back in the early 1900s.

Enjoy!

Independence Mine State Historic Park, Near Palmer, Alaska
Independence Mine State Historical Park, Near Palmer, Alaska
Independence Mine State Historical Park Trail
Independence Mine State Historical Park Trail
Apparently, this is a Porcupine
Apparently, this is a Porcupine
Refreshing!
Refreshing!
Barrels at Independence Mine State Historical Park, Near Palmer, Alaska
Barrels at Independence Mine State Historical Park, Near Palmer, Alaska

Find additional photos, visit my Alaska 2011 photos on Flickr.

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Jenn

Jennifer A. Huber is an award-winning travel and outdoor blogger and writer in Southwest Florida. Originally from Buffalo, N.Y., a hiking trail led her to a career path in the tourism industry for more than 30 years. She spent a decade with a park management company in Yellowstone, Death Valley, and Everglades National Parks. She founded the travel blog, SoloTravelGirl.com with the goal of inspiring others to travel alone, not lonely. The unexpected death of her former husband in 2008 reminded her how short life is. His passing was a catalyst for sharing her experiences with the goal of inspiring and empowering others to travel solo. Jennifer holds a Travel Marketing Professional certification from the Southeast Tourism Society, is a certified food judge, member of the NASA Social community, and alum of the FBI Citizens Academy. When not traveling, she is either in the kitchen, practicing her photography skills, or road tripping with her dog, Radcliff.

3 thoughts on “Wordless Wednesday: Independence Mine State Historical Park, Alaska

  1. Hi Jen, I’ve been following your Alaska adventure…sure does bring back some memories. Stay well and be safe….keep the pics coming

    See ya soon, Don

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