Independence Post Office

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Region: Southern California
Latitude / Longitude: 36° 48'7.77"N 118° 11'59.23"W
Distance from Trail: 24 miles
Distance from Mexico: Approximately 790 trail miles
Grocery Store Available: No

Post Office

The post office is located at 101 South Edwards Street, and their phone number is (760) 878-2210.

Mailing Address

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Independence, CA 93526

Camp Stove Fuels

Isobutane-Propane

Fuel can be found in both gas stations.

Stay Warm on the Trail with the Right Sleeping Bag

Learn how to combine the right sleeping bag, sleeping pad, and ground cloth to create the perfect sleeping system to stay warm and toasty on the trail.

The Only Hiking Food Database You'll Ever Need

Food is one of the most important considerations when hitting the trail. With our food database you have plenty of options to choose from.

How to Choose the Right Resupply Strategy

We’ll take a look at some of your resupply options, talk about the pros and cons of each, and help you decide which resupply option is right for you.

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Add Powdered Butter to Meals

Powdered butter is a great way to add calories to your meal. It comes in at a whopping 425 calories per ounce, which makes it one of the most calorie-dense foods you can bring.

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Nut Butter That Isn't Messy

Nut butters are a fantastic source of calories and protein for their weight. Make your life easier by getting some in a no-mess package, and change it up with Almond, Peanut, Cashew, or Sunflower butter.

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