Trails of Hope
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In Hope
Hope has hundreds of kilometres of designated trails. Stop by the Visitor Centre (919 Water Avenue) to pick up Trails of Hope (free!) or check it out here before you start your adventure.
Parks & Trails
Hiking and Climbing
E. C. Manning Provincial Park
Manning Park is one of the most popular recreation areas in the province. The climate and diverse landscape have made this park a four [...]
Hiking and Climbing
Cheam Lake Wetlands Regional Park
Cheam Lake Wetlands is a 107 hectare park that is comprised of lake, marsh and forest. It is popular for walking, picnicking and bird [...]
Hiking and Climbing
Thacker Regional Park
One of the main attractions of the park is the spawning and rearing channels for coho, pink and chum salmon. Beginning in September in [...]
Hiking and Climbing
Othello Tunnels
The tunnels are open from dawn to dusk daily for the summer season. The Othello Quintette Tunnels, better known as the Othello Tunnels, are [...]
Hiking and Climbing
Alexandra Bridge Provincial Park
Alexandra Bridge Provincial Park is a small park centred around the site of the original Cariboo Wagon Road bridge over the Fraser River. The [...]
Hiking and Climbing
Eaton Lake Trail
Eaton Trail is one of the most popular hikes near Hope and exhibits some challenges with the steep climb. If you find that the [...]
Hiking and Climbing
Rhododendron Flats
Visit the rhododendrons at Rhododendron Flats, on a 10-minute loop walk through the forest. Lush carpets of moss keep the soil damp during the [...]
Hiking and Climbing
Coquihalla Canyon Provincial Park
The Coquihalla Canyon Provincial Park is home to an engineering marvel, The Othello Tunnels. A straight line of railway tunnels were built through the [...]
Featured Stories
The Dark Sky Highway | Crowsnest HWY 3
Do you love star-gazing? How about the peace and quiet of the outdoors? Then the Dark Sky Highway is definitely for you! BC Highway 3 has been known as the Dark Sky Highway for many years, as there are no major cities along this route, which in turn limits any […]
Unique Ways to Cross the Fraser River
Humans have been trying to find creative ways to navigate and cross the Fraser River for hundreds of years. The turbulent waters make it no easy task; the early explorer Simon Fraser stated in his journal that it was like “passing through the gates of Hell” and “no man should […]
Rambo First Blood Filming Location Tour (self guided)
The year 2019 marks the 37th anniversary celebration of the iconic movie Rambo: First Blood. This map highlights some of the most recognized filming locations. Below is a description of the scenes. While taking the tour be sure to stop at The Mossy Stump Soap Co., Artisans Attic and Fudgery, and the Hope, […]
4 Spots to Enjoy Winter Camping
Winter Camping in Manning Provincial Park The following four areas are set aside for winter camping: Lone Duck 1 Walk–in winter tenting/camping parties can camp at the Lone Duck 1 winter camping area which is located 4 km off Highway 3 on the Gibson Pass ski hill road. This campsite […]