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About Independence
Founded on July 4, 1879, near the top of Independence Pass. Named for the holiday, it was a gold mining camp at 10,900 feet — one of the highest settlements in Colorado.
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Independence
Sun & Moon
11:44 AM
Sunrise
7:05 PM
Solar Noon
2:26 AM
Sunset
Golden Hour AM → 12:24 PM
Golden Hour PM ← 1:46 AM
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Full Moon
99% illuminated
Live14h 41m of daylight
Independence
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2days
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LiveJun 1 – Sep 30 · Based on historical averages
Independence
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