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Independence Lake Campground and Picnic Area is a non-fee campground and picnic area where reservations are not required. There are 5 single sites. This area is accessible for a season that varies usually between July through October. Sites are handicapped accessible. Campground amenities include 9 tables and grills, toilets, and livestock facilities. No drinking water or trash service is available. Nearby Independence Lakes Trail (#35) is 3.1 miles to the Lake. Only non-motorized travel is authorized. The first mile is rocky, however the remainder is a reasonable grade with switchbacks to the first of four lakes in the alpine cirque basin. Fish Your National Forests: This site can be accessed by Passenger Car; Fish available include: Trout; Types of fishing available include: Wade, Shore, Non-motorized boat, Float tube, Fly, Spin, Bait;
Very clean and tidy campground, plus only 3.1 miles to the first Independence Lake. No trash facilities, PACK OUT WHAT YOU PACK IN
We had an amazing time at this little campground. You have to park and carry your stuff in which is kind of a pain, but it is nice and quiet and you are right next to a stream.
Beautiful beautiful beautiful!
Awesome hike in, if you’re looking for a bit of a challenge. Usually we backpack in and spend the night.
Great area. If you hike up to the
3rd and 4th lakes you can see the bottom because it so clear. You would think there a large crystal plate from up above. Dont forget to leave no trace!!!!!!!!!!
