Part 3 | Motorcycle to Alaska's Independence Mine

A favorite Alaskan motorcycle day ride is the route from Anchorage to the historic Independence Mine. This is Part 3 of the Independence Mine Ride series.

About 25 miles from Anchorage is the exit for Eklutna Lake Road. This recently paved route clings to the edge of Eklutna River valley, and takes numerous slow curves and twists as it makes its way to Eklutna Lake. At the end of the road you'll find the Eklutna Lake Campground, hiking trails and the glacier-fed lake from which Anchorage draws its drinking water.

This is a must-ride motorcycle side trip. The lake is only about 10 miles from the Glenn Highway, but plan about an hour for the round trip with a quick stop at the lake.

Check back to Motodometer later for Part 4 of this post.