Gold Cord Lake Trail Improvements Take 1
Sat, Aug 22
|Independence Mine State Historical Park
The goal of this project is to improve trail tread and drainage on the Gold Cord Lake Trail in Hatcher Pass State Park. Work will involve completing a rock causeway. Hiking is moderate with no more than 1.5 miles total hiked for the event.
Time & Location
Aug 22, 2026, 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Independence Mine State Historical Park, 23264 Gold Cord Rd, Palmer, AK 99645, USA
Guests
About the event
Volunteers will meet at the Independence Mine State Historical Park parking lot in Hatcher Pass State Park at 9:30am and will return at 3:30pm. Volunteers will be improving the trail tread and drainage on the Gold Cord Lake Trail.
What to bring: Rain gear, sturdy work/hiking boots, snacks, water, sunscreen, long work pants, and work gloves and safety glasses if you have them (if you don't have gloves/safety glasses they will be provided for the day).
What NOT to bring: Alcohol, drugs, children, pets, and firearms.
Notes: After meeting at the Independence Mine State Historical Park parking lot, volunteers will walk to the Gold Cord Lake trailhead together. Hiking will begin at the trailhead and at the most will involve 1.5 miles of moderate hiking. No experience is necessary, but volunteers should have a minimum ability to hike and work for 6 hours during potentially inclement conditions. This event is…