We decided to hike at the Independence Mine Trail at Hatcher Pass. We were surprised that it was the last weekend it would be open as winter is on its way. First we had a picnic on the Little Susitna River and watched some young men in full dry suits raft using pack rafts which are small rafts people put in their packs.
The hike was fairly high with a series of switchbacks and gave us views of the fall colors and a small pond. The Alaska colors are only yellow, not the varied colors of New England.
On the way down we picked small blueberries. There are many various types of berries that are food for bears.
We stopped at the only lodge in the area for a bite to eat. It had very pretty views which was fortunate since the service was so slow we finished an entire Scrabble game before we were served.
We thought it was a day we could safely go out without our usual raincoats, but during dinner the rain began.
It was a fun day.
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