Hope, BC is Canada's chainsaw carving capital

City of Hope town hall Hope, BC is the community that connects Vancouver to the interior of British Columbia and the rest of the country. Hope is located where the Coquihalla Canyon meets the Fraser River and where the Canyon Walls open into the valley. With many attractions, close to all the exiting events and sites, great selection of accommodations, and dinning Hope BC is a great place to centralize yourself to the great activities Fraser Canyon area has to offer! Hope BC has many nearby provincial parks, historical sites, attractions lakes and rivers, its a outdoor adventurists heaven and is great place to explore any season of the year.

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HOPE BRIGADE DAYS 2008

Come Celebrate September 5th - 7th 2008

Brigade Days is truly an "end of summer" party that you can't miss. Plan to be here for three days on September 5th, 6th & 7th, 2008. Pick up a "Briggie Button" entrance pass and a Calendar of Events so that you don't miss any of the events. The 40th celebration of Hope's homecoming weekend of September 5, 6 and 7 promises to be chock-full with happenings.

Hope BC Rambo Town - Film Site for Rambo First Blood

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In November of 1981 Hollywood film crews began to transform Hope

British Columbia into a rural American town in the filming of the blockbuster hit Rambo First Blood. Over the next several months hope and the Fraser Canyon experienced gas station explosions, gun fire and stunt men. As excited as as the locals were to be apart of such a major film project in there home town, little did they know the legacy that would be left behind for ever. The Success of Rambo First Blood led into a series of 4 films made from 1981 - 2007. Rambo fanatics from around the world travel to the small town of Hope British Columbia to get a glimpse of what people now call Rambo Town. Many of the original locations used in this film are still left unchanged so fans can really see and touch many of the sets and props used in the film. The Hope Visitor Info Center and museum in Hope BC has a great selection of props, and film memorabilia available for viewing. There knowledgeable staff can provide you with information on the film, great stories and directions to filming locations. Over 25 years have passed and the legend of Rambo town lives strong. When Visiting the Fraser Canyon be sure to view some of the many exciting film locations. After the success of Rambo dozens of films have chosen hope and the Fraser Canyon as there primary locations giving this area the name Hollywood of the north.

Othello Tunnels

The Othello Tunnels in Hope BC is not

only a beautiful setting in the Coquihalla Canyon it also has a holds great history and shows the challenges in construction of any infrastructure in the rugged Fraser Canyon, In the Coquihalla engineers forged through mountain cliffs and over the raging canyon to construct a series of bridges and tunnels that blast through the rugged terrain, you can walk along the path where the kettle valley railway once operated, learn about this spectacular piece of history, and view the magnificent Coquihalla canyon.

Chainsaw Carvings

Chainsaw Carving Capitol Hope BC known all over the world for the beautiful gigantic carvings placed throughout the community these carvings depict the wild life in the area, history, now over 30 different carvings a spread throughout the area and the even more can be seen through out the Canyon.

Hope Memorial park

The Memorial Park in Hope BC is a amazing park located in the heart of this beautiful Fraser canyon community. The memorial Park is complete with a series of chainsaw carvings, children's play areas, the friendship gardens, picnic areas in both large open grass areas, and among towering evergreen trees. The Park is open year round and is close to many local activities like the hope museum, the artist guild, hope theatre and more. For more information visit the Hope Visitor Information Center.

Salmon Spawning

Kawkawa Creek in Hope BC, Also known as Suckers Creek is a popular destination for those wanting to see pacific salmon spawning. Suckers Creek has different Salmon runs through out the year. To find out what salmon are running when you are visiting the Fraser Canyon visit the Hope Information Center for detailed information.

THE HOPE SLIDE

The Hope Slide 46 million cubic meters of earth, rock and snow smashing down in a matter of seconds from the over 2000 meter high mountain it came from. Filling the bottom of the valley with 70 meters deep. Outram Lake at the foot of the mountain was completely buried sending the water and soft clay from the lake bed were shot violently up the mountain on the opposite side of the Valley spreading to a south-east direction sweeping away everything in its path. Seismographs recorded to earthquakes the morning in the Nicolum valley, one these earthquakes was at 6:58 am the approximate time

THE HOPE museum & visitor information center

While visiting the Fraser Canyon be sure to visit the Hope Museum and
Visitor Information Center, The Hope Museum is packed full of great
memories, memorabilia, photos and information about the vast future of
Hope BC while at the Museum you can take your photo at of the Hollywood of the North photo booths located outside of the Museum. Also visit there Home gold mine where you can view the mechanics of a home made industrial used gold mine. This is a must stop for any Travelers as the site also serves as a Visitor Information Center.

kAWKAWA lake

Kawkawa Lake in Hope BC is a great place to beat the heat, with public beach, boat rentals and more also you can stay at one of the many local accommodations including great campsite, RV parks and Bed and Breakfast with private lake access. kawaka Lake is near the Coquihalla Canyon and the Othello tunnels. This lake has great recreational opportunities, including boating, fishing, and swimming. The Lake is also known for the beautiful spawning Kokanee salmon you can see spawning in the nearby creeks. To find out more about Kawkawa Lake Visit the Hope Visitor Information Center.

manning PARK

Manning Provincial Park is a most magnificent valley full of pristine lakes, wild life, canyons and valleys, lakes, rivers and streams. It is a heaven for outdoor adventure, beautiful scenery and much more! Manning Provincial is a bird watchers heaven with over 200 species of birds ranging in all altitudes. In the summer, there is endless mountain hiking. In the winter, you can go alpine skiing, snowboarding, cross country and skate skiing, and snow showing at Manning Park Resort.

hells gate Airtram

Hell's Gate Airtram Enjoy North America's Steepest Declining Airtram, Fully Suspended as it passes through the most traitorous section of

the Fraser River Hells Gate, Named after Simon Fraser's Voyage in 1808, stating in his journal that no man should ever pass through here it was truly like passing through the Gates of Hell! Hells Gate is home to gigantic fish ways constructed to assist the millions of salmon the pass through the river every year. While Visiting Hells Gate walk across the suspension bridge view the river from many observation decks. There is an educational Center with videos and information and the history, the railway and of course the Spawning Salmon, The Salmon House Restaurant is Most Known for there Delicious Salmon Diners, but also server a wide range of menu items appealing to all crowds, Hells Gate features many little shops including there famous world record holding fudge factory holding the current record of 232 flavors of fudge set on July 1st 2006 The Attractions dog friendly, and provides fresh water for you four legged friends. Hells Gate is open daily from Mid-April through to Mid October

Hope & District Recreation Center

The Hope and District Recreation Center is home a large pool, with a children's fun pool and a whirl pool play park, hot tubs, sauna and steam room, gym and cardio room, an Ice Rink, Curling Rink Baseball, Soccer and Football Fields, and a outdoor skate-board and bike park. Facilities are available for rent outside of public hours, and make a great venue for group events. They also make a great place to take the family during one of those hot summer canyon days, The Recreation center is open year round.

Hiking

Mountain and Trail |Hiking in the Fraser Canyon| is not only a breath Rotary Nature Trails

of fresh air its also a breathtaking experience! The views are spectacular, the exercise is great and the scenery is unbelievable. For seasoned hikers or inexperienced adventurers, we have a trail for everyone. Our trails are a birdwatchers' and photographers' heaven. The trails are all dog friendly so bring your "best friend" along too!

World's Finest White Water

River rafting in the Fraser Canyon is the best in the world. With so many awesome rivers nearby, you can raft for weeks and not see the same thing twice! From white water to guided nature float trips, the Fraser Canyon has something for anyone's caliber and interests. When you visit the Fraser canyon book a trip with one of our local guiding companies. They all have great safety records, educated guides and staff and offer something different.

Mountain Biking

The Fraser Canyon is home to some of the most beautiful and adventurous mountain biking trails in the world the trails range for beginner to expert and offer and and downhill biker a exciting challenge. Many trails in the Hope area have been constructed by local downhill riders. These trails have great bridge work jumps and more. To find out more about the downhill opportunities in the Fraser Canyon visit the Hope Visitor Information Center in the Trans- Canada HWY in Hope BC

The Coquihalla Canyon

The Coquihalla River Flows into the Fraser River in Hope BC, The gorgeous Dark Green River winds through the jagged mountains in the Coquihalla Canyon Ripping through mountains this river is a testimony of natures unspoken power, This river is rafted and . kayaked during certain parts of the season, and there is great fishing opportunities on the Coquihalla. Visit Othello tunnels were engineers battled to blast a railway using a series of bridges and tunnels passing through some of the most traitorous parts of the canyon. The Othello Tunnels is located past Kawkawa Lake Rd in Hope BC. For more information visit the Hope Visitor Info Center

The Fraser River

The Fraser River is the largest fish producing water course in the province and the worlds largest supporter of the spawning sockeye salmon. Because of this, millions of Spring, Coho, Chum, Pink and Sockeye salmon pass through the canyon on their way to spawning grounds every year. Canada's Second Largest River over 1300 km long one of the most commercially rafted river's in the world. In the Canyon the River is wedged between the Cascade Mountain Range and the Coastal Pacific Mountain Range narrow rock canyon wall's cut a windy and narrow passage for the mighty Fraser ripping through this vigorous landscape.

Rivers and Creeks

The Fraser Canyon is home to the The Nahatlacth River

some of the greatest waterways in Canada, Our rivers are renowned for a white water rafting, kayaking, canoeing, fishing camping and a course there beauty The Fraser River Being the Largest River in the area and where all waterways in the canyon flow into Many Rivers and Creeks in the area are home to spawning salmon, in fact the Fraser River is supports more spawning salmon then any other waterway in the world. Millions and Millions of Salmon make there way to the creeks and rivers where they spawn sometimes traveling over 1000 km to reach there spawning grounds. So many rivers and cliffs and mountains make the Fraser Canyon a difficult place to construct infrastructure, and while visiting the Fraser Canyon see some amazing bridge spans over rivers and canyons flowing into the Fraser Canyon, in fact some of the tallest bridges in Canada span across gorges in the rugged Fraser Canyon.

Sport Fishing

If you love Fishing then the Fraser Canyon is defiantly for you with literally hundreds of places to fish a skilled fisher can always bring home a catch in the Fraser Canyon, Lake Fishing, River Fishing, Creeks, and Brooks, Ice Fishing, Fly Fishing, are all great possibilities! Catch Salmon of any pacific variation, Rainbow, Brook, and Lake Trout, Sturgeon, Jack Springs, Steelhead, and more! The Fraser Canyon offers beautiful accessible fishing in many areas with close accessible camping and accommodations. The Nahatlatch River Valley, Skuzzy Creek, Fraser River, Thompson River, Kawkawa Lake Blue Lake Log Creek, are just to name a few! While fishing in British Columbia appropriate License's are required that are available at many gas stations and convenience stores. When Visiting the Fraser Canyon stop at the Hope Visitor Information Center for information and directions to some of the Fraser Canyons many Fishing Spots!

Winter Sports

Winter Fun in the Fraser Canyon Although the Fraser Canyon is known for its hot summers, the outdoor Adventure runs all seasons in the Fraser Canyon. Enjoy a great selections of winter sports including Downhill Skiing, Snow Boarding, Back Country Skiing and Snowboarding, Cross Country Skiing, Skate Skiing, Biathlon, Snow Showing, Figure Skating, Ice Hockey and Recreational Ice Skating, Ice Fishing, Snow Mobile, Sledding, Tubing, and so much more! The Fraser Canyon area has two Winter Resorts Manning Park Resort, and Hemlock Valley Resort, Thought out the Fraser Canyon there is hundreds of mountain access roads opening you to endless outdoor winter opportunity. If you enjoy the beauty of winter visit the Fraser Canyon during our winter season and have an experience of a life time!

Camping & RV-ing

The Fraser Canyon is host to Camping and RV-ing heaven. With Countless Provincial Parks Campgrounds lakes, rivers and amazing outdoor adventure. Camping and RVing in the Fraser Canyon opens you to an endless list of entertainment for all ages. While traveling in the Fraser Canyon prepare yourself for Lake Canoeing, Boating, Swimming, White Water Rafting, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Nature Walks, Campfires, Fishing, Hunting, Dirt Biking, Four Wheeling, Scuba Diving, Great Outdoor Family Attractions and more! The Views are breathtaking the wildlife is spectacular, and the Activities are endless plan your camping and RVing Trip to the Fraser Canyon today and enjoy British Columbia's Back Country!

Lake of the Woods

Lake Of the Woods is a small lake located right as you begin your journey into the heartland of the Fraser Canyon. This lake with great highway access provides a great spot on all of those HOT canyon summer days, Stop by for a quick dip or enjoy the day at this shady picnic spot located on the banks of the lake. also located on the lake is the Lake of the Woods resort providing accommodations and dining right on the lake front. To visit this beautiful lake take the trans-Canada HWY 5 minutes east of hope

Lightning Lake

Lightning Lake in Manning Provincial Park is an amazing experience with virtually something for anyone you can entertain the whole family all day long, The lake provides access trails that loop the entire lake which access other hiking trail's as well, lightning lake along with the rest of manning provincial park is known for its beautiful hiking trails. The Rainbow bridge to the left is a great place to jump in the lake, however if you do this don't dive and be extremely cautious of where you are jumping! There is great spots to go swimming all over this huge lake, There is large playing field with beach volleyball nets right on the lake! Camping Facilities available as well as day sites for family picnic's! Lighting lake is a beautiful day trip while visiting the Fraser Canyon to find out more visit the Hope Visitor Info Center

Fraser River Rafting Expeditions

Fraser River Rafting Expeditions Fraser River Rafting Expeditions offer great white water and float trips along the Fraser. You go for a day trip, a week trip and more! Camp over night on a sandy beach and watch the skies fill with stars. Fraser River Raft Expeditions know the Fraser the best, so when they stop for lunch you better believe its going to be the best picnic of your life! Learn about the area with the knowledgeable guides. You can also stay in the Teague Bed and Breakfast located right on sight. Fraser River Rafting Expeditions is a great way to enjoy the beauty of the scenic Fraser Canyon

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Fraser cANYON tUNNELS

The Fraser Canyon Highway Tunnels were constructed in the late 1950's to about the mid 1960's as part of the Trans Canada project. There are seven tunnels in total, the shortest being 57 m (190 ft); the longest, is 610 meters (2,000 ft) and is one of North America's longest. They are situated between Yale and Boston Bar.

Alexandra Provincial Park

Alexandra Bridge Provincial Park is a small park centered around the site of the original Caribou Wagon Road bridge over the Fraser River. The original bridge was constructed in 1861 by Joseph W. Trutch and named after Princess Alexandra of Wales. To recover the $45,000 construction cost for the 90 meter bridge, a toll of $7.40 per ton was charged. Today a second bridge, built in 1926, sits on the site of the original which was dismantled in 1912. The park was established in 1984. It provides both rest stop and picnic facilities for travelers. Alexandra Bridge Provincial Park is two kilometers north of Spuzzum and 40 km north of Hope. There is a hiking trail that can lead visitors down to the site of the old Alexandra Bridge. Part of this trail is remnant of the old highway from the 1920s. This trail is less than ? km in length one way. Fish passing through this area to tributaries of the Fraser include Pink, Chum, Spring, Coho and Sockeye. Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have the appropriate license. The park is open April 28 to October 9.

DINOTOWN

Dinotown is North America's only cartoon dinosaur town featuring one of a kind experience includes live show, fun safe ride and attractions all designed for an entire day of family fun located in Bridal Falls BC, near Minter Gardens and the Trans-Canada Waterslides. Dinotown is a great attraction for your family trip to the Fraser Canyon

MINTER GARDENS

Nestled Against 7000 foot Mt. Cheam in beautiful 'Super Natural" British Columbia is one of the most spectacular show gardens in the world! Eleven themed gardens are designed to dazzle the senses with massive displays of artistic floral designs. Minter Gardens hosts excellent group events including weddings and corporate. While visiting the Fraser Canyon be sure to visit Minter Gardens located in Bridal Falls near Dinotown and the Trans Canada Waterslides

Trans Canada waterslides

The Trans Canada Water Slides is a great way to cool down in those hot summer days. This great attraction features a great selection of waterslides including "The Black Hole", A water tubing park, small water slides for children with a children play park, mini golf, large picnic area with ample parking, located near Dinotown and Minter Gardens in Bridal Falls BC

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The blue moose cafe

The Blue Moose Cafe a definite must see located in downtown Hope BC directly across from the memorial park. While visiting south western British Columbia every traveler should enjoy the atmosphere and ambiance of this unique lounge style cafe featuring a tasteful array of abstract art, sensational selection of music, wireless internet service & internet cafe in a friendly classy environment. kick start your day of outdoor adventure with your favorite cup of good morning, enjoy delicious cold beverages on those hot canyon days, or maybe a cup of tea on a beautiful autumn evening. All day, all year the Blue Moose Cafe is an experience in its own rights, an experience exclusive to the Fraser Canyon. While traveling the Canyon make your first and last stops the Blue Moose Cafe! Located on Wallace Street, downtown Hope. Start planning your adventure today! For more information visit www.bluemoosecafe.com

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