What to Do in Hatchers Pass?

Hatcher Pass is a mountain pass through the southwest part of the Talkeetna Mountains, Alaska. It is named after Robert Hatcher, a prospector and miner. The nearest cities are Palmer and Wasilla approximately 12 miles to the south, and Willow approximately 26 mi to the west.

Can you drive through Hatchers Pass?

You can get here via Hatcher Pass Road (aka Fishhook Road), which winds through the mountains for roughly 60 miles between Palmer and Willow. Most visitors don't drive the road all the way through. ... In winter, the state maintains the road to Independence Bowl, offering easy access to snowy mountains.

Is Hatchers Pass Open 2021?

This road is open year-round except for the last mile to Independence Mine in winter months. ... Generally, the road over the Hatcher Pass summit is open only from about July 1 through September 15, depending on snow conditions. In the summer, the road is open to highway vehicles but expect slow passage.