Independence and Independence Mill Site - Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Independence and Independence Mill Site - Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Independence is an extinct town located in Pitkin County, Colorado, United States. It is located at an elevation of directly west of Independence Pass. It was the first settlement established in the Roaring Fork Valley, after gold was struck in the vicinity on Independence Day, July 4, 1879, hence its name. Independence was served by three differently named post offices: Farwell from July 14, 1881, until July 3, 1882; Sparkill from February 1, 1882, until October 18, 1887; and Chipeta from April 20, 1899, until October 17, 1899. It has also been known historically as Mammoth City, Mount Hope, and Hunter's Pass. Read more on Wikipedia
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