Welcome to Hope

Although sometimes overlooked, there is an incredible amount of charm in seeing Hope, BC as its own destination with opportunities for adventure all around.

The primary draw to Hope, BC is the beautiful natural surroundings. It’s a place where you can feel incredibly close to nature as you explore the nearby mountains, lakes, and rivers and enjoy many fun-filled activities in Hope and the surrounding areas. 

Every traveller moving east or west through the Rocky Mountains in British Columbia, such as from Kelowna to Vancouver, will drive through the little community of Hope. The historic town is located at a major crossroads that connects the province and the nation. 

Dan and Bailey have compiled a list of the best things to do in Hope; from visiting the natural wonders of the landscape to exploring the community, you’ll find plenty of activities to fill your time! 

Hope, BC is a small tourist town located in western BC only 150 kilometers (93 miles) from Vancouver. Although Hope only has a population of just over 6,000 people, hundreds of thousands of people visit the area every year.

The Hope community was founded in the 1840s and has been welcoming travellers and entertaining visitors ever since. Hope itself is a rather undeveloped town, but that’s actually part of its charm. The surrounding landscape is instead the highlight and the lack of development has kept the area pristine.