Independence Lake (Hunter-Fryingpan Wilderness, Independence Pass)
September 7th 2007 Distance: 4 miles
Rating: moderate
For the second day of my impromptu Glenwood Canyon mini-trip, I decided to head south and cross over Independence Pass on my way home. This route passes through Aspen (I felt poor just driving through town) along HWY 82 before climbing up into the mountains south of town. Along the way, travelers pass by four different wilderness areas: Maroon Bells-Snowmas
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