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Gold Panning in Hope, Cascades & Canyons

Gold panning is still prevalent in Hope, BC! Experience is not necessary to get started, though doing some research before you head out is wise. Contact Yukon Dan for expert advice. A section of land along the shore of the Fraser River is reserved…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Restaurants in Hope, Cascades & Canyons You Need to Try!

Featured Restaurant: Credits: Home Restaurant – Hope on Facebook The most popular location of Home Restaurants is the original, which opened in Hope in 1953. To this day, their delectable homemade pies are rightly famous. Along with the…

Rambo Weekend | Local Specials

Here is a list of one-of-a-kind Rambo First Blood specials, offers and souvenirs found in Hope this weekend for Rambo Weekend! ? Artisans Attic and Fudgery: Load up on C'ammo fudge and a wide selection of Rambo shirts and local souvenirs! ?…
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Fishing in Hope, British Columbia

Hope BC has some of the best fishing in the Lower Mainland. So many different species of fish are found in Hope’s rivers, lakes and creeks. Catch kokanee in Kawkawa Lake, Steelhead in the Fraser River or rainbow trout in the Skagit River.…

5 Places to Experience Backcountry Skiing and Snowshoeing

Skiing & Snowshoeing Backcountry skiing and snowshoeing are very popular sports here in Hope BC because of mountain peaks and trails nearby located just off of Highway 5 (also known as the Coquihalla).  Consider hitting a local mountain…
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Things You Need to Know about the HBC Trail!

Enjoy a spectacular journey along this historical non-motorized Hudson’s Bay Company Brigade Trail of 1849. This trail, used by the First Nations people, Hudson Bay Fur Traders and gold seekers, is rated moderate and is not recommended for…

The Canyons Are Calling: Fishing

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All Year Recreation in the Hope and District Recreation Centre.

Hope offers a broad variety of indoor recreation and activities for its visitors and residents. Need to keep up on the cardio, or get indoors on a winter day? Swing by the recreation centre for swimming, fitness classes or drop-in sports and…

Spawning Salmon Viewing Locations

Salmon spend their early life in rivers, then journey to the Pacific Ocean where they grow and mature. Then once they are mature, the salmon make the journey from ocean to their natal river where they spawn on the gravel beds. The salmon soon…