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Hope

Quick Facts

  • Population (2006 Census)... 6,185
  • Distance from Vancouver... 150 km (93 mi)
  • Distance from Richmond... 157 km (98 mi)
  • Distance from Whistler... 272 km (169 mi)

Hope is located at the eastern end of the Fraser Valley. It sits between the Cascade and Coast mountain ranges, at the junction of the Fraser and Coquihalla rRivers.

The natural features surrounding Hope make for a beautiful setting with steep mountain faces and rushing rivers in every direction. Hope is a small, quiet town whose beauty and location on the highway network make it a popular stop for travelers.

Hope is well-known for the chainsaw carvings seen throughout the town and also attracts visitors to its excellent outdoor recreational opportunities. The town is near numerous provincial parks and is one of the closest communities to E.C. Manning Provincial Park, which has great snow conditions and wide range of winter activities.

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Transportation to 2010 Winter Games Venue Cities

Visit www.travelsmart2010.ca for the latest information on travel during the 2010 Winter Games.

There will be no spectator parking at any Olympic venue.

To Vancouver:
Driving from Hope to Vancouver takes approximately one hour and 50 minutes. Those without a vehicle can take Greyhound buses to Vancouver.

During Games time it’s best to take public transit as there will be road closures and limited parking. Extended transit service hours will be in place during February, 2010.

To Richmond:
By car the trip between Hope and Richmond takes approximately two hours.

While there is no direct public transportation linking these two cities, visitors can travel to Vancouver by Greyhound bus then transfer to public transit via the Canada Line rapid transit system or bus to travel onward to Richmond.

To West Vancouver:
It takes approximately two hours to drive from Hope to West Vancouver.

There is no direct public transportation available for this route; however, travelers can take Greyhound buses to Vancouver then transfer to public buses to West Vancouver.

Tickets holders can only access Olympic events on Cypress Mountain via the Olympic Bus Network.  View travel information and reserve bus tickets here.

To Whistler:
The drive from Hope to Whistler takes approximately three hours and 20 minutes with some spectacular scenery to enjoy while on the Sea to Sky Highway (Hwy 99). Note that there will be driving restrictions in place along the Sea-to-Sky Highway during peak Games times.

The Greyhound bus depot in Hope offers coach service to Whistler.

Ticket holders to Olympic events in Whistler will be transported to and from their event location via the Olympic Bus Network. This bus network has departure points in Vancouver, Burnaby and North Vancouver.

Accommodation

Hope offers numerous motels, many with kitchenettes. The majority of these are conveniently located just off the highway.

Guests also have the choice of a small chain hotel, a few bed and breakfasts and a limited number of RV sites.

Want to talk to an accommodations expert? We'll be happy to help you with your search over the phone. Call us directly at 1-800-HelloBC or 1-800-435-5622. If you're calling from overseas, dial 1-604-435-5622.

Things To Do

Hope has much to offer. For the active winter visitor, there are two snow sport destinations within 84 km (52 mi), and the world-class ski areas of the North Shore Mountains approximately 170 km (106 mi) away. One of these mountains – Cypress – will host freestyle skiing and snowboard during the 2010 Olympic Winter Games.

To relax at a slower pace, try the easy, scenic Rotary Nature Trail along the shore of the Coquihalla River. If walking along the banks of the Fraser River, geology fans can try collecting as many varieties of rock as possible - there are 600 to find! Winter is the best time to pan for gold while the water levels are low in the Fraser River.

Visitors interested in the history of the area will enjoy the Hope Museum's exhibits on the Sto:lo Aboriginal people, the fur trade and gold rush.

To appreciate the local art, visit the Hope Arts Gallery with its featured artist shows and displays or take a self-guided walking tour of the more than 30 large wooden sculptures throughout Hope.

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