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Every twist and turn reveals breathtaking vistas and rich history on an unforgettable journey through the rugged beauty of the Hope, Cascades and Canyons.  Traverse the iconic Fraser River as it winds its way through towering cliffs and ancient forests, offering unparalleled opportunities for outdoor adventure. From exhilarating whitewater rafting to hikes along historic routes of the gold rush and  the Othello Tunnels.  Hope, Cascades and Canyons in British Columbia, Canada, is distinguished by its stunning natural beauty, featuring dramatic cliffs, deep gorges, and the powerful Fraser River flowing through. This landscape offers breathtaking vistas that appeal to photographers, nature enthusiasts, and wilderness seekers. Historically significant for its role in the mid-1800s Gold Rush, the canyon boasts remnants of mining towns and artifacts, attracting history enthusiasts. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking, fishing, river rafting, and wildlife viewing, with the Fraser River’s salmon runs being a highlight. Rich in Indigenous history, cultural tours and experiences abound among the Indigenous communities along the river. The historic Canadian Pacific Railway, a marvel of late 1800s engineering, enhances the area’s allure, offering scenic rail journeys. Accessible via Highway 1 from Vancouver and other major cities, Hope, Cascades and Canyons welcomes tourists year-round with its blend of natural beauty, history, activities, culture, and easy accessibility, making it a cherished destination in British Columbia.

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Spirit Caves Trail

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Skagit Valley Provincial Park

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This trail has steep switchbacks which lead to a great view of Yale and the Fraser River. The caves are easy to miss since they are unmarked. Once you get beyond the part of the hike where you see the view down the west side of the hill, begin climbing over rocks and downhill slightly. You should find them after a couple of minutes of exploration. There are 5-6 caves in total. Look for large, dark gaps between the boulders.Statistics: Total Distance: 5.2 km (return) Estimated Time: 3 hours Level: Difficult Average Grade: 20.8% Structure: Linear – Return Elevation Gain: 540 m Start Elevation: 90 m Max Elevation: 630 mGPS Waypoints: Trailhead // N49.55714 W121.44478 10U 612476 5490555 Small bridge over creek // N49.55737 W121.44592 10U 612393 5490579 High voltage powerlines // N49.55777 W121.44640 10U 612358 5490623 Trail re-enters forest // N49.55880 W121.44621 10U 612369 5490738 Creek valley lookout // N49.56260 W121.44609 10U 612369 5491160 Trail crosses minor landslide // N49.56376 W121.44455 10U 612478 5491292 Summit / End of Trail // N49.57022 W121.44227 10U 612628 5492013 Main lookout // N49.56670 W121.44248 10U 612621 5491622 Spirit Caves // N49.56858 W121.44352 10U 612541 5491829 Fork in trail // N49.56904 E121.44240 51U 387379 5491882 Lower pond // N49.56900 W121.44161 10U 612678 5491878 Summit // N49.57020 W121.44238 10U 612620 5492011 Upper pond // N49.57096 W121.44208 10U 612640 5492096

Chittenden Meadow Self-Guiding Interpretive Trail: Chittenden suspension bridge provides easy foot access to this beautiful meadow with its wild flowers, prairie grasses and ponderosa pine. This is a 1 hour leisurely walk around this meadow.

Heather Trail is E.C. Manning Park Park’s most popular trail which leads through a meadow of alpine wildflowers. The hike is suitable for novice hikers.Statistics (To Nicomen Lake / Entire Trail): Total Distance: 21.0 km (one-way) Estimated Time: 9 hours Average Grade: 0.8% Structure: Linear – One Way Elevation Gain: 347 m Start Elevation: 1963 m Min Elevation: 1782 m Max Elevation: 2129 m (To Three Brothers Mountain) Total Distance: 20.4 km (return) Estimated Time: 7.5 hours Average Grade: 3.0% Structure: Linear – Return Elevation Gain: 490 m Start Elevation: 1963 m Min Elevation: 1782 m Max Elevation: 2272 mGPS Waypoints: Trailhead at Blackwall Peak // N49.09903 W120.76501 10U 663143 5440870 Buckhorn Camp // N49.12897 W120.75493 10U 663780 5444220 Start of Open, Alpine Meadows // N49.13805 W120.76327 10U 663142 5445211 Bonnevier Trail Junction // N49.14168 W120.76213 10U 663213 5445617 Three Brothers Mountain Trail Junction // N49.15968 W120.77575 10U 662161 5447589 Kicking Horse Camp // N49.17995 W120.80794 10U 659749 5449773 Start of Ridge // N49.21388 W120.85369 10U 656308 5453449 Ridge Lookout // N49.21930 W120.85330 10U 656319 5454053 End of Ridge // N49.21950 W120.85084 10U 656498 5454080 Nicomen Lake Camp and Shelter // N49.22683 W120.86048 10U 655773 5454875 Trailhead and Trail Junctions at Nicomen Lake // N49.22702 W120.86092 10U 655740 5454895

This is a very popular trail in Hope. It is a fairly moderate hike up the front of Hope Mountain and leads to a lookout over the town of Hope including Kawkawa Lake and the Coquihalla and Fraser Rivers. The lookout is perched on a stable talus slope 500 metres up the mountain.Statistics: Total Distance: 5.0 km (return) Estimated Time: 2.5 – 3 hours Level: Moderate Average Grade: 19.2% Structure: Linear – Return Elevation Gain: 480 m Start Elevation: 55 m Max Elevation: 535 mThe lower portion of the trail is connected to a network of Downhill Mountain Biking routes including:-Ryan’s Ravine Trail / Charging Rhino -Greenwood Loop -Lower Lookout TrailGPS Waypoints: Parking Lot and Picnic Area // N49.37256 W121.44173 10U 613121 5470040 Trailhead // N49.37232 W121.43891 10U 613326 5470018 Lower Viewpoint // N49.36912 W121.44083 10U 613194 5469659 Lookout // N49.36480 W121.43950 10U 613301 5469181

The hike to Needle Peak is quite strenuous, but the view over the Cascades to the Coastal Mountains is spectacular. This hike is recommend for experienced hikers only. The first 90 minutes a steep uphill climb. It eventually becomes easier as you enter a mountain meadow where you can walk and enjoy the beautiful vista. The last hour requires scrambling over rocks and there are some fairly steep climbs, but well worth it.Statistics (To Needle Peak): Total Distance: 13.0 km (return) Estimated Time: 4 – 7 hours Level: Very Difficult Average Grade: 13.6% Structure: Linear – Return Elevation Gain: 882 m Start Elevation: 1210 m Max Elevation: 2092 m(To Small Lake) Total Distance: 13.0 km (return) Estimated Time: 4 – 6 hours Average Grade: 8.9% Structure: Linear – Return Elevation Gain: 580 m Start Elevation: 1210 m Max Elevation: 1790 m Elevation gain: 855 m. Round trip: 13 km. Time: 6 to 8 hours.GPS Waypoints: Trailhead // N49.59516 W121.12522 10U 635481 5495308 Start of Ridge // N49.59037 W121.13345 10U 634900 5494761 Summit / Lake Trail Fork // N49.56976 W121.13768 10U 634651 5492462 Start of First Scramble // N49.56923 W121.13484 10U 634857 5492409 Start of Second Scramble // N49.57069 W121.12673 10U 635440 5492585 Needle Peak Summit // N49.57124 W121.12513 10U 635554 5492650 Small Lake // N49.56526 W121.14847 10U 633883 5491943

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 spring and early summer allowing the moisture loving rhododendron to be at its best when it flowers in June. (starting now!)Rhododendron comes from the Greek word meaning ‘rose tree’ and indeed, the Pacific rhododendron could compete with even the showiest of the hybrid roses. Reaching a sprawling height of up to 8m, it surpasses many of its cultivated cousins.Of the 600 different rhododendron species worldwide, only 27 varieties occur in North America.Because of its rarity, the Pacific Rhododendron is protected by law in BC.Via E.C. Manning Park Park Resort

A classic hike up E.C. Manning Park Provincial Park’s highest mountain.(From Lightning Lake) Total Distance: 22.2 km (return) Estimated Time: 9 hours Average Grade: 10.4%Please visit BC Parks Website before visiting.

Mt. Outram is one of the tallest peaks in the area. It’s located just outside of E.C. Manning Park Park on the western edge. The hike to the summit has a vertical gain of almost 2 km and 360 degree panoramic view and meadows filled with wildflowers.Statistics: Total Distance: 18.0 km (return) Estimated Time: 9 hours Level: Difficult Average Grade: 19.8% Structure: Linear – Return Elevation Gain: 1781 m Start Elevation: 680 m Max Elevation: 2461 mGPS Waypoints: Trailhead // N49.25531 W121.18914 10U 631769 5457416 Engineer’s road // N49.25577 W121.18728 10U 631903 5457470 Ghostpass Lake Trail junction // N49.25262 W121.18093 10U 632374 5457131 Small bridge // N49.26124 W121.17575 10U 632728 5458098 Seventeen Mile Creek crossing // N49.27053 W121.16724 10U 633322 5459146 Start of partial meadows // N49.27388 W121.16416 10U 633537 5459524 Start of open meadows // N49.27452 W121.16291 10U 633626 5459597 Viewpoint // N49.27484 W121.16106 10U 633760 5459636 Camping area // N49.27593 W121.16016 10U 633822 5459759 Tarn // N49.27846 W121.15906 10U 633895 5460042 Start of talus // N49.28281 W121.15966 10U 633840 5460525 Summit // N49.28900 W121.15833 10U 633920 5461215

Located east of Chilliwack, Bridal Veil Falls Provincial Park is a scenic day-use area. The landscape encompassing the park is characterized by low elevation valleys and lush, rounded mountains. Visitors can enjoy picnicking, hiking, and viewing the spectacular Bridal Veil Falls, which tumbles 60 metres over a smooth rock face, creating a “veil-like” effect.Photo by @sarahbyersdubreuil on Instagram

Cheam Lake Wetlands is a 107 hectare park that is comprised of lake, marsh and forest. It is popular for walking, picnicking and bird watching and is home to many insect, mammal and bird species. To date, 184 different bird species have been recorded in the park.The park’s trail system is approximately 2 km long. It is ideal for all ages and features raised walkways and an elevated viewing platform. This park is designed and managed to protect sensitive habitat and wildlife. It is unsuitable for intensive recreation.Photo by @jeromeofloresca

The Hope Nicola Valley Trail in Hope Cascades & Canyons, BC, is a scenic and versatile multi-use trail perfect for hiking, biking, and reveling in the great outdoors. Whether you're a nature lover or an adventure seeker, this trail offers a fantastic experience for all.

One of the main attractions of the park is the spawning and rearing channels for coho, pink and chum salmon. Beginning in September in even numbered years (2016, 2018, 2020, etc.), and October in odd numbered years (2015, 2017, 2019 etc.), these salmon return to spawn in the park’s spawning channels, which provides excellent viewing opportunities.Photo by @hoser_elite on Instagram

Nicolum River Provincial Park is located 8km east of Hope along Highway 3 (near the junction of Highways 3 &amp; 5). This park has a small, fast flowing river and densely covered forest. It is a nice rest stop for travelers driving from the coast to the interior. There are many significant wildlife in the park. It is particularly known for its songbirds and fish. Some of the songbirds you will spot are varied thrush, black-throated grey warbler and red-breasted nuthatch. The river is ideal for catching Dolly Varden. The section of Highway 3 at Nicolum River Provincial Park was once a part of the historic HBC Trail.

Skagit Valley Provincial Park is ideal for campers. There are three separate campgrounds in the park (Ross Lake, Silver Tip and Whitworth Horse Camp) with many recreational opportunities such as fishing, swimming, horseback riding, hunting, cycling and canoeing. The Skagit River has been tagged as one of the premier rivers for rainbow trout fishing in Western North America.

Eaton Trail is one of the most popular hikes near Hope and exhibits some challenges with the steep climb. If you find that the steep hike is too exhaustive, there is a waterfall lookout which is a nice alternative destination.Statistics: Total Distance: 8.2 km (return) Estimated Time: 5.5 hours Level: Difficult Average Grade: 22.3% Structure: Linear – Return Elevation Gain: 915 m Start Elevation: 410 m Max Elevation: 1325 mGPS Waypoints: Trailhead // N49.24624 W121.39121 10U 617088 5456075 End of old road / start of trail // N49.24552 W121.38690 10U 617403 5456002 Log crossing below waterfall // N49.24534 W121.38303 10U 617685 5455988 Half-way marker and corner bench // N49.24632 W121.37597 10U 618196 5456108 Pond // N49.24704 W121.36221 10U 619196 5456209 Bridge #2 // N49.24719 W121.36228 10U 619191 5456226 Bridge #3 // N49.24779 W121.36033 10U 619331 5456296 Rock pile // N49.24795 W121.35914 10U 619417 5456315 Lakeshore // N49.25056 W121.35686 10U 619577 5456609